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Risk factors for dysbaric osteonecrosis.

K Miyanishi1, Y Kamo, H Ihara

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kyushu Rosai Hospital, 1-3-1, Kuzuharatakamatsu, Kokuraminami-ku, Kitakyushu, 800-0296 Japan.

Rheumatology (Oxford, England)
|January 27, 2006
PubMed
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Dysbaric osteonecrosis (DON) is linked to high levels of plasminogen activator inhibitor (PAI)-1 and increased diving depth. These findings suggest anticoagulants may help prevent DON in divers.

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Area of Science:

  • Diving Medicine
  • Bone Health
  • Coagulation Disorders

Background:

  • Dysbaric osteonecrosis (DON) is a serious complication of diving and other high-pressure exposures.
  • Identifying risk factors for DON is crucial for diver safety and health.
  • Previous research has not fully elucidated the specific predictors of DON.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify independent risk factors associated with the development of dysbaric osteonecrosis (DON) in divers.
  • To investigate the role of coagulation markers and diving parameters in DON occurrence.
  • To provide evidence for potential preventative strategies against DON.

Main Methods:

  • Skeletal radiography was used to diagnose DON in 56 male divers.
  • A questionnaire collected data on diving experience and maximum depth.

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  • Blood analysis measured levels of plasminogen activator inhibitor (PAI)-1 and various lipids.

    • Main Results:

    • DON lesions were present in 55% of the divers studied (31 out of 56).
    • High levels of PAI-1 (a coagulation marker) were a significant predictor of DON (OR 4.281, P=0.0296).
    • Greater maximum diving depth was also an independent predictor of DON (OR 5.627, P=0.0231).

    Conclusions:

    • Coagulation abnormalities, specifically elevated PAI-1, are associated with DON in divers.
    • Maximum diving depth is a significant risk factor for developing DON.
    • Anticoagulant therapy may be a potential preventative measure for DON.