TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2001//
TI  - Diving medicine aspects in otorhinolaryngology. II. Diving-specific illnesses and dysfunctions as well as assessment for diving fitness
JO  - Laryngo- rhino- otologie
A1  - Dieler, R.
A1  - Shehata-Dieler, W. E.
SP  - 52
EP  - 57
VL  - 80
IS  - 1
N2  - 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.<p /> <p>Language: de</p>
LA  - de
SN  - 0935-8943
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-2001-11031
ID  - ref1
ER  -