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¹Department of Neuroradiology, National Neuroscience Institute, Singapore.

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Summary

Decompression sickness (DCS) in scuba divers can cause spinal cord venous infarction, affecting both white and gray matter. MR imaging reveals characteristic lesions, potentially more extensive in severe DCS cases.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Radiology
Diving Medicine

Background:

Decompression sickness (DCS) is a risk associated with scuba diving.
Spinal cord involvement in DCS often manifests as white matter changes on magnetic resonance (MR) imaging.

Observation:

This case report details a scuba diver diagnosed with DCS.
MR imaging revealed dorsal white matter lesions consistent with venous infarction.
Central gray matter involvement was also observed in the spinal cord.

Findings:

DCS can lead to spinal cord venous infarction, characterized by specific MR imaging findings.
Lesions in DCS may involve both white and gray matter of the spinal cord.
The extent of these venous infarction lesions can correlate with DCS severity.

Implications:

Recognizing these MR imaging features is crucial for diagnosing DCS.
Understanding the pattern of spinal cord involvement aids in assessing DCS severity.
This highlights the importance of advanced neuroimaging in diving-related emergencies.