What Researchers Did
This study reported two instances of arterial gas embolism (AGE) that happened to Canadian Forces divers during standard pressure tolerance testing in a dry hyperbaric chamber.
What They Found
Researchers found two cases of arterial gas embolism (AGE) occurring in Canadian Forces divers during routine pressure tolerance testing. These were the first reported cases of AGE in military divers during such testing. One diver had a potential lung issue identified after the event, while the other showed signs of AGE without a clear predisposing lung problem.
Canadian Relevance
This study involved Canadian Forces divers. Arterial gas embolism (AGE) is a Health Canada-recognised indication for hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Study Limitations
As a report of only two cases, the findings cannot be broadly applied to all divers or hyperbaric exposures.