Concerning Barotrauma of the Lungs,
Abstract
The popularization and development of skin diving has led to the appearance of a new type of trauma of the lungs, caused by rapid change in air pressure in the lungs during sudden ascent of the diver with the breath held. Barotrauma of the lungs may be occasionally observed in anesthesiological practice as well. The paper discusses the etiopathogenesis, clinical manifestations and treatment of the complaint. The author has observed and described three cases of barotrauma of the lungs, one of which ended in death. It is emphasized that effective treatment of pulmonary barotrauma is feasible only when a barochamber is available, large enough to accommodate the performance of resuscitation and, if necessary, surgical interventions. (Translations, Bulgaria)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 05, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA165006
Entities
People
- G. Khristov
Organizations
- National Air and Space Intelligence Center