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| العنوان: |
Can patients with a CSF shunt SCUBA dive? |
| المؤلفون: |
Shastin, Dmitri1 dmitri.shastin@gmail.com, Zaben, Malik1, Leach, Paul1 |
| المصدر: |
Acta Neurochirurgica. Jul2016, Vol. 158 Issue 7, p1269-1272. 4p. |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
*CEREBROSPINAL fluid, *NEUROSURGERY, *SCUBA diving, *COMORBIDITY, *SURGICAL anastomosis |
| مستخلص: |
Background: Shunt placement for cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) diversion is one of the most commonly performed procedures in neurosurgery. Pleasure or sports diving is a popular sport enjoyed by millions. At present, no guidelines exist to affirm the safety of diving in the presence of a CSF shunt. Methods: Literature search and review of medical fitness regulations used by diving organisations. Results: Although the available evidence is anecdotal, no reports of shunt-related complications exist and in vitro studies show lasting functionality. Conclusions: Patients with CSF shunts should undergo careful evaluation including assessment of their cognitive and physical needs as well as co-morbidities. Having a CSF shunt in situ is not in itself a contraindication to SCUBA diving. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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