Decompression illness.

Authors :: Vann, Richard D.
Butler, Frank K.
Mitchell, Simon J.
Moon, Richard E.
Source :: Lancet. 1/8/2011, Vol. 377 Issue 9760, p153-164. 12p. 3 Color Photographs, 2 Diagrams, 1 Chart, 1 Graph.
Publication Year :: 2011
Abstract: The article offers information decompression illness. The cause of decompression illness is the formation of intravascular or extravascular bubbles in blood or tissue resulting from a reduction in environmental pressure. Its two pathophysiological syndromes are arterial gas embolism and the common decompression sickness. Its diagnosis is made on a clinical basis. Possible symptoms include altered consciousness, confusion or seizure. They can occur in divers, compressed air workers, aviators and astronauts.