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Training Rats to Voluntarily Dive Underwater: Investigations of the Mammalian Diving Response

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Middle ear barotrauma in diving.

Oskari H Lindfors^1,2, Anne K Räisänen-Sokolowski^3,4, Jari Suvilehto⁵

¹Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Head and Neck Center, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.

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|March 24, 2021

Summary

Middle ear barotrauma (MEBt) affects 81% of divers, common in both professionals and recreational participants. Difficulty with pressure equalization maneuvers, like Valsalva and Toynbee, significantly increases MEBt risk.

Keywords:

ENT Epidemiology Eustachian tube Eustachian tube dysfunction Health surveys Survey Valsalva manoeuvre

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Area of Science:

Diving Medicine
Occupational Health
Aeromedical Physiology

Background:

Middle ear barotrauma (MEBt) is the most frequent medical issue encountered in diving activities.
The increasing popularity of diving necessitates a thorough understanding of MEBt.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the prevalence of MEBt among Finnish divers.
To identify clinical characteristics and health impacts of MEBt.
To investigate risk factors associated with MEBt frequency.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional survey study was conducted.
An anonymous electronic questionnaire was distributed to 7,060 professional and recreational divers.
Data analysis included self-reported outcomes and adjusted odds ratios for risk factors.

Main Results:

A total of 1,881 divers responded (27% response rate).
81% of respondents reported experiencing MEBt.
Poor success in Valsalva (OR 11.56) and Toynbee (OR 3.51) maneuvers were strongly linked to MEBt.

Conclusions:

MEBt is highly prevalent, affecting the vast majority of both professional and recreational divers.
Ineffective pressure equalization techniques are primary risk factors for developing MEBt.