
403. The Hypobaric Environment and Altitude-Related Decompression Illness
PJ Medcast
Understanding Decompression Illness: Classification and Pathophysiology
This chapter explores the classification of decompression sickness (DCS), focusing on Type One and Type Two, and the importance of straightforward communication in treatment. It also discusses the pathophysiology of DCS, highlighting physical principles like Henry's and Boyle's Laws to explain the behavior of gases and bubble formation during pressure changes.
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