Domande Frequenti di Medicina Subacquea

[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column el_class=”page-text”][vc_column_text]There is not a lot of information on the durability of silicone implants when diving. What is known basically refers to breast implants, and generally states that they are safe and reliable. The specific precautions to be taken are generic and mechanical. There are simple precautions that can be taken to protect the prosthesis(es) from dislocation/breakage, such as not over-tightening shoulder straps or jacket straps, and not using wetsuits or neoprene bodysuits that are too tight. The – actual and common -possibility that inert gas bubbles could form inside the implants, does not appear of considerable importance, since this phenomenon would remain limited to the inside of the implant, and therefore without causing any damage. This applies both to implants made only of silicone, and to saline implants. There is no information of statistic or scientific interest regarding soft tissue fillers, or injectable implants, even if theoretically, there could be the risk of a localized production of bubbles at a different rate from surrounding tissues. However, considering that the filler is injected into the tissue and is free to move in the surrounding areas, it is possible that a gas exchange will take place, with a non predictable although likely limited risk of damage.

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[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column el_class=”page-text”][vc_column_text]There is not a lot of information on the durability of silicone implants when diving. What is known basically refers to breast implants, and generally states that they are safe and reliable. The specific precautions to be taken are generic and mechanical. There are simple precautions that can be taken to protect the prosthesis(es) from dislocation/breakage, such as not over-tightening shoulder straps or jacket straps, and not using wetsuits or neoprene bodysuits that are too tight. The – actual and common -possibility that inert gas bubbles could form inside the implants, does not appear of considerable importance, since this phenomenon would remain limited to the inside of the implant, and therefore without causing any damage. This applies both to implants made only of silicone, and to saline implants. There is no information of statistic or scientific interest regarding soft tissue fillers, or injectable implants, even if theoretically, there could be the risk of a localized production of bubbles at a different rate from surrounding tissues. However, considering that the filler is injected into the tissue and is free to move in the surrounding areas, it is possible that a gas exchange will take place, with a non predictable although likely limited risk of damage.

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[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column el_class=”page-text”][vc_column_text]There is not a lot of information on the durability of silicone implants when diving. What is known basically refers to breast implants, and generally states that they are safe and reliable. The specific precautions to be taken are generic and mechanical. There are simple precautions that can be taken to protect the prosthesis(es) from dislocation/breakage, such as not over-tightening shoulder straps or jacket straps, and not using wetsuits or neoprene bodysuits that are too tight. The – actual and common -possibility that inert gas bubbles could form inside the implants, does not appear of considerable importance, since this phenomenon would remain limited to the inside of the implant, and therefore without causing any damage. This applies both to implants made only of silicone, and to saline implants. There is no information of statistic or scientific interest regarding soft tissue fillers, or injectable implants, even if theoretically, there could be the risk of a localized production of bubbles at a different rate from surrounding tissues. However, considering that the filler is injected into the tissue and is free to move in the surrounding areas, it is possible that a gas exchange will take place, with a non predictable although likely limited risk of damage.

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Women and Diving: Health Considerations
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[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column el_class=”page-text”][vc_column_text]Básicamente, una presión arterial elevada o hipertensión no es una contraindicación absoluta para el buceo recreativo. Sin embargo, es importante determinar la gravedad del aumento de la presión arterial y si ya existen efectos colaterales causados por la hipertensión (una afección conocida como «cardiopatía hipertensiva»). Otro aspecto importante es el tratamiento farmacológico con antihipertensivos. Dado que, en la mayoría de los casos, el aumento de la presión arterial requiere tratamiento con medicamentos que pueden tener efectos secundarios importantes, es necesario evaluar si estos medicamentos son compatibles con el buceo recreativo (con especial atención a los betabloqueantes).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column el_class=”page-text”][vc_column_text]Basically, an increased blood pressure or hypertension is not an absolute contraindication for recreational diving. However, it is important how significant the increased blood pressure is and whether there are already collateral effects caused by hypertension (a condition known as ‘hypertensive heart disease’). Another important aspect is anti-hypertensive drug therapy. Since in most cases an increased blood pressure requires treatment with medication with possible significant side effects, it’s necessary to evaluate whether these medications are compatible with recreational diving (with a focus on the beta-blocker class).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]