Scuba Diving Injuries
- 4 February 1961
- journal article
- research article
- Published by American Medical Association (AMA) in JAMA
- Vol. 175 (5) , 375-378
- https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.1961.03040050031007
Abstract
The most serious injuries seen in scuba divers by the author have been those in which the alveoli were ruptured, permitting large quantities of air to enter into the pleural cavity, mediastinum, or pulmonary circulation. This results from failure to equalize pressure during the ascent from deep water. Chronic pulmonary conditions predispose to these injuries. Examination before undertaking this sport should include chest roentgenograms taken at full inspiration and full expiration.Keywords
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