[…] issues that may affect fitness to dive in this case: Obesity (BMI 37.7) Indications of cardiovascular disease; risk of cardiovascular disease Combination of drugs that may be dangerous However, it […]
[…] Association’s Scientific Statement published in 2007 is still valid when it comes to exercise and acute cardiovascular events. While many sudden cardiac deaths related to exercise occur in subjects without obvious […]
[…] of response was large, however, and there is no obvious link between FMD findings and cardiovascular disease in divers. Diminished endothelial function is a reality of aging, and diving has […]
[…] for at least 30 minutes per day. At a minimum, divers need the strength and cardiovascular capacity to successfully manage scenarios such as: Swimming against a current Towing a dive […]
The purpose of the survey was to establish the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors, diabetes and asthma of DAN members. This survey also looked at members’ access to primary healthcare, […]
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States and one of the most common causes of fatal diving accidents.
Common Causes of Death Among Travelers Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among travelers abroad, accounting for nearly 50 percent of all deaths and the most deaths in […]
[…] have a very delicate hydro-electrolyte balance. Diving causes some significant fluid shifts that impose a cardiovascular challenge. Under normal circumstances, these changes are usually well managed with a series of […]
[…] on a regular basis and on the day of the mishap need to be known. Cardiovascular disease in particular is a frequent factor in a diving related fatality, especially in […]
[…] in red blood cells, causing a massive release of potassium, possibly responsible for the lethal cardiovascular depression. The same study may have also identified a way to inhibit this effect, […]
