Clinical aspects, pathophysiology and therapy of decompression sickness.

What Researchers Did

This paper discussed the clinical aspects, pathophysiology, and therapeutic approaches for decompression sickness and arterial gas embolism.

What They Found

The primary treatment for decompression illnesses is immediate recompression therapy combined with hyperbaric oxygen breathing. Supportive therapies include 100% normobaric oxygen, intravenous fluids, and a flat position, with some evidence suggesting initial steroids and medium doses of acetylsalicylic acid may benefit patients with cerebral or spinal cord trauma.

Canadian Relevance

This study has no specific Canadian connection.

Study Limitations

This paper primarily discusses existing therapeutic approaches and evidence rather than presenting new empirical data or a systematic review of all available evidence.