Otorhinolaryngology and Diving - Part 2: Otorhinolaryngological Fitness for Compressed Gas Scuba Diving A Review

摘要

IMPORTANCE Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba) diving has become increasingly popular with millions of people diving each year. Otorhinolaryngologists are often consulted either by patients or diving physicians regarding fitness to dive, and at present, the guidelines do not provide comprehensive information regarding the evaluation of this patient cohort. The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of existing otorhinolaryngological guidelines for fitness to dive recreationally.