[Determination of the intelligence quotient of pilots with incipient atherosclerosis].

Comprehensive examination, including clinical-functional and psychological testing, was given to 189 essentially healthy civil pilots and 235 pilots with atherosclerosis of aorta and trunks without considerable blood flow disturbance. The total of 835 investigations was performed. Distribution into health groups was conducted on clinical diagnosis. Pilots with cardiovascular pathologies were found to have the intelligence quotient significantly lowered. Associated clinical and psychological tests were effective in revealing and dynamic monitoring of incipient diseases, and taking reasoned disposition regarding pilot's fitness for flight duties.