THE FUNGAL FLORA OF THE SUBMARINE ENVIRONMENT DURING PROLONGED SUBMERGENCE

Abstract

Brief reviews are presented concerning present knowledge of the microscopic flora of the submarine environment, as well as the role of fungal and allergic disease among FBM submarine crews. Data are presented which indicate that the numbers of air-borne fungi are markedly reduced during the course of a submerged patrol, and that this reduction is probably due to the removal of fungi and spores from the air by the air revitalization equipment. It is concluded that fungi probably do not play a significant role in FBM crew morbidity.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 17, 1968
Accession Number
AD0676895

Entities

People

  • William C. Milroy

Organizations

  • Naval Submarine Medical Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Air Flow
  • Allergens
  • Allergic Diseases
  • Atmospheres
  • Cells
  • Contamination
  • Environment
  • Environmental Pollutants
  • Fungi
  • Materials
  • Military Operations
  • Morbidity
  • Navy
  • Ships
  • Submarine Atmospheres
  • Submarines

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