Adverse events on flights between 2001 and 2003, and before 2001
| Adverse effects | Between 2001 and 2003 (190 flights) | Before 2001 (264 flights) | Total (454 flights) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Values are n (%). | |||
| Pneumothorax | 5 (3) | 5 (2) | 10 (2.2) |
| Anxiety | 57 (30) | 43 (16) | 100 (22) |
| Shortness of breath | 33 (17) | 32 (12) | 65 (14) |
| Chest pain | 29 (15) | 25 (9) | 54 (12) |
| Drop in O2 saturations | 27 (14) | 11 (4) | 38 (8.4) |
| Fatigue/lethargy | 23 (12) | 28 (11) | 51 (11) |
| Nausea/dizziness | 14 (7) | 22 (8) | 36 (7.9) |
| Headache | 11 (6) | 28 (11) | 39 (8.6) |
| Blue hands/nails | 4 (2) | 3 (1) | 7 (1.5) |
| No adverse effects | 135 (68) | 176 (67) | 311 (68.5) |