| Otolaryngological requirements for recreational self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) diving. | |
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PMID: 17040582 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Recreational self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) diving continues to grow in popularity. Medical requirements to be 'fit to dive' vary throughout the world, from self-certification to a full medical examination prior to training. This review discusses the relative merits of the most commonly used guidelines for recreational SCUBA diving, with reference to common diving-related otorhinolaryngological conditions. Areas of controversy, such as fitness to dive after rhinological and otological surgery, are discussed. The authors suggest that a unified approach from the various recreational SCUBA diving organizations involved would aid in clarification for divers and physicians alike. The difficulties in achieving such a unified approach, however, should not be underestimated. |
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Authors:
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R J Sim; R P Youngs |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review Date: 2006-07-03 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: The Journal of laryngology and otology Volume: 121 ISSN: 1748-5460 ISO Abbreviation: J Laryngol Otol Publication Date: 2007 Apr |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2007-04-03 Completed Date: 2007-08-01 Revised Date: 2007-11-15 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8706896 Medline TA: J Laryngol Otol Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 306-11 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Otolaryngology, Gloucester Royal Hospital, Gloucester, UK. |
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Barotrauma
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prevention & control* Diving / adverse effects, standards* Health Status* Humans Otolaryngology / standards* Physical Examination Physical Fitness* Practice Guidelines as Topic* Questionnaires Risk Factors |
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