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CodeSystem: Space Physiological Effects (Experimental)

Official URL: https://mitre.org/fhir/space-health/CodeSystem/space-physiological-effects-cs Version: 0.5.12
Draft as of 2026-03-25 Computable Name: SpacePhysiologicalEffectsCodeSystem

CodeSystem for space physiological effects not found in SNOMED CT

This Code system is referenced in the content logical definition of the following value sets:

  • This CodeSystem is not used here; it may be used elsewhere (e.g. specifications and/or implementations that use this content)

This case-sensitive code system https://mitre.org/fhir/space-health/CodeSystem/space-physiological-effects-cs defines the following codes:

CodeDisplayDefinition
space-adaptation-syndrome Space Adaptation Syndrome A condition experienced by astronauts during initial exposure to microgravity, characterized by nausea, vomiting, headache, and general malaise
spaceflight-osteopenia Spaceflight Osteopenia Bone mineral density loss specifically caused by exposure to microgravity during spaceflight
spaceflight-induced-muscle-atrophy Spaceflight-Induced Muscle Atrophy The loss of muscle mass and strength specifically caused by exposure to microgravity during spaceflight
orthostatic-intolerance Orthostatic Intolerance The inability to maintain normal blood pressure and adequate cerebral perfusion while in an upright position after spaceflight
neurovestibular-adaptation Neurovestibular Adaptation Changes in balance, coordination, and spatial orientation that occur during adaptation to microgravity
space-motion-sickness Space Motion Sickness Motion sickness specifically occurring during spaceflight as the body adapts to microgravity
fluid-shift Cephalad Fluid Shift The movement of bodily fluids toward the head in microgravity, causing facial edema and congestion
cardiac-deconditioning Cardiac Deconditioning The reduction in heart mass and decreased cardiac output resulting from extended exposure to microgravity
immune-system-dysregulation Immune System Dysregulation Changes in immune system function during spaceflight, potentially resulting in altered response to pathogens
spaceflight-anemia Spaceflight Anemia Reduction in red blood cell mass during spaceflight
arterial-remodeling Arterial Remodeling Changes in arterial structure and function during spaceflight
intervertebral-disc-expansion Intervertebral Disc Expansion Expansion of spinal discs in microgravity, potentially leading to back pain and increased height
ocular-hypertension Spaceflight-Associated Ocular Hypertension Elevated intraocular pressure associated with spaceflight