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R Cilveti¹, B Osona², J A Peña²

¹Unitat de Pneumoal·lèrgia Pediàtrica, Hospital Universitari Mútua Terrassa, Terrassa, Barcelona, España; Coordinadores del documento de la Sociedad Española de Neumología Pediátrica (SENP).

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Summary

This review addresses the risks of recreational scuba diving for children and adolescents, highlighting the lack of specific guidelines. It provides expert recommendations for safe underwater exploration in young divers.

Keywords:

Buceo fisiología Buceo lesiones Buceo psicología Buceo recomendaciones Buceo recreativo Buceo requisitos Children Diving injuries Diving physiology Diving psychology Diving recommendations Diving requirements Niños Pediatrics Pediatría Recreational diving Review Revisión Scuba diving Submarinismo

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Pulmonology
Diving Medicine
Adolescent Health

Background:

Recreational scuba diving is increasing among children, posing potential risks and accidents.
Limited scientific data exists on scuba diving safety in pediatric and adolescent populations.
Adult diving guidelines are not directly applicable to younger individuals due to physiological differences.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and update current knowledge on scuba diving in children and adolescents.
To address the scarcity of scientific evidence and specific guidelines for pediatric diving.
To inform safety practices and recommendations for young divers.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive literature search was conducted by the Group on Techniques of the Spanish Society of Pediatric Pulmonology (SENP).
The review focused on anatomical, physiological, and pathological aspects relevant to children and diving.
Expert consensus was used to formulate recommendations.

Main Results:

Examines physiological adaptations during dives and unique pediatric anatomical/physiological considerations.
Discusses common diving accidents, their causes, and risks for children with pre-existing conditions.
Details medical and psychological prerequisites for assessing child and adolescent divers.

Conclusions:

Presents expert-derived recommendations for compressed air scuba diving in children.
Emphasizes the need for tailored guidelines considering pediatric specificities.
Aims to enhance the safety of scuba diving activities for young individuals.