[Is it possible to dive again after decompression sickness?]

Abstract

Decompression sickness in underwater diving exposes the diver to a risk of clinical sequelae which require specific care. In the absence of sequelae or after clinical recovery, the question of diving again may be raised. As part of a secondary prevention approach, the hyperbaric practitioner measures the physical, psychological and social impact of re-exposure to pressure and the immersion of the patient-diver.

Keywords: accident de désaturation; care; decompression sickness; emergency; infirmier; nurse; plongée sous-marine; soin; underwater diving; urgence.