Citation

Dieler R, Shehata-Dieler WE. Laryngorhinootologie 2001; 80(1): 52-57.

Vernacular Title

Tauchmedizinische Aspekte in der Hals-Nasen-Ohrenheilkunde. II. Tauchspezifische

Affiliation

Bayerische Julius-Maximilians-Universität, Klinik und Poliklinik für Hals-, Nasen- und Ohrenkranke Würzburg. r.dieler@mail.uni-wuerzburg.de

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, Georg Thieme Verlag)

DOI

10.1055/s-2001-11031

PMID

11272249

Abstract

Scuba diving with compressed air has become a recreational sport that can be performed at all stages of adulthood. The human body including all gas-filled cavities are exposed to an increased ambient pressure during a dive. In the present review article, specific aspects of diving related disorders are that are of importance in the otolaryngology field are presented and discussed: the multitude of causes for divers' vertigo and the so called divers ear. Furthermore, useful recommendations in the assessment of physical fitness for diving are presented. This review will provide a background and foundation for both, an adequate treatment of these diseases and a critical and responsible health education of the diver.

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