Divers Blog Posts Archive

Can Crystalline Salt Reduce the Size of Scuba Equipment?

October 4, 2014 By Petar Denoble, MD, D.Sc.

A crystalline salt might be able to reduce the size of scuba equipment because of its natural ability to uptake and story oxygen in high concentrations. Learn more.

Oil Particulate and Carbon Dioxide in Divers’ Breathing Gas

August 15, 2014 By Petar Denoble, M.D., D.Sc.

Presently, to monitor for oil particulate in recreational breathing gas, dive operators can take safety filling precautions, such as not filling tanks near combustible engines and maintaining the compressor.

Validation of Tasmania’s Aquaculture Industry “Yo-Yo” Diving Schedules

August 12, 2014 By Petar Denoble, MD, D.Sc.

Tasmania’s aquaculture industry follows “yo-yo” diving schedules and they were validated in 2014. Learn more.

Using the Selfie as a Telemedical Tool

August 7, 2014 By Petar Denoble, MD, D.Sc.

A photo of video of your injury could be an indispensable tool in finding a diagnosis for your symptoms. The image provides proof.

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PFO Closure and Susceptibility to DCS

July 24, 2014 By Petar Denoble, M.D., D.Sc.

A published paper explores the link between closing a patent foramen ovale and decompression sickness. Read more.

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The Combined Effects of Increased Levels of Carbon Dioxide and Breathing Resistance Caused By Underwater Breathing Apparatuses

July 18, 2014 By Petar Denoble, MD, D.Sc.

Between July 15-17, 2014, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) hosted an undersea medicine progress review meeting in Durham, North Carolina. The presentations […]

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Microparticles and Decompression Stress: Connecting the Dots

July 15, 2014 By Petar Denoble, M.D., D.Sc.

The role of microparticles in vascular and neurological injury following decompression has been discussed in previous studies. The goal of recent research was to identify MPs production, assess the roles in MP dynamics and more.

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PFO and Inner Ear DCS

May 27, 2014 By Petar Denoble, MD, D.Sc.

Does the selective vulnerability of the inner ear to DCS help explain the disconnect between a prevalent risk factor and a rare disease?

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High-Fat Diet & Risk of Decompression Illness

May 6, 2014 By Petar Denoble, MD, D.Sc.

Research is showing there may be a link between a high-fat diet and decompression stress. Read more about the study and tips on living a healthier lifestyle.

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Sex & Sensitivity to Oxygen Toxicity

April 24, 2014 By Petar Denoble, MD, D.Sc.

There could be a link between sex and oxygen toxicity. Learn more about ongoing research into this topic.