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[Aseptic bone infarcts in occupational divers].
Zeitschrift Fur Die Gesamte Innere Medizin Und Ihre Grenzgebiete
|June 1, 1975
Summary
Professional divers often show aseptic bone necroses, a condition affecting 32 out of 41 examined. Some divers can continue working with depth limitations, while others require temporary leave due to severe changes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Diving Medicine
- Radiology
Context:
- Professional diving involves significant physiological stress.
- Dispensary investigations are crucial for monitoring diver health.
- Aseptic bone necroses are a known risk in occupational diving.
Purpose:
- To report on dispensary findings in professional divers.
- To identify radiological changes indicative of aseptic bone necroses.
- To discuss clinical and radiological diagnostic challenges.
Summary:
- Radiological examinations revealed aseptic bone necroses in 32 of 41 professional divers.
- 18 divers had polyostotic (multiple bone) involvement, and 14 had monostotic (single bone) lesions.
- Findings ranged from asymptomatic to severe, impacting work capacity.
Impact:
- Divers with minor changes can work with depth restrictions (up to 13m).
- Individuals with severe aseptic bone necroses must temporarily cease diving activities.
- Highlights the importance of radiological screening for occupational health in divers.