Lesions of the Nervous System in Decompression Sickness,
Abstract
Of all the pathological conditions brought about by the effects of anomalous conditions in the surrounding air media, the most serious is the disease associated with rapid reduction of the atmospheric pressure. Such diseases are termed decompression sickness. Where there is considerable and rapid reduction of pressure, the gases dissolved in the blood and tissue separate out in the form of bubbles and form vascular embolisms and local affection of the tissue. Such sickness is encountered in ascents to high altitudes (above 8000 m), caisson work, diving operations, deep diving sport, pressure chamber research, etc. Affection of the nervous system is one of the most serious complications, and is important as a symptom of decompression sickness. Several characteristic features of the clinic course of the illness which is accompanied by affection of the nervous system are described.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1972
- Accession Number
- AD0743330
Entities
People
- M. P. Elinskii