Research hypothesis * There is a correlation between the quantity of fluid markers of CNS injury in blood and DCS. * There is a correlation between quantity and kind of fluid markers of CNS injury in blood and both diving profile and severity of DCS. * There is a correlation between the quantity of inflammatory markers in blood an DCS. Objectives: * Assess whether individuals suffering decompression sickness exhibit fluid markers of central nervous system injury. * Evaluate the correlation between quantity and kind of fluid marker of CNS injury and clinical signs of neurological impairment. * Evaluate the correlation between quantity and kind of fluid marker of CNS injury and clinical outcome after 3-6 months. * Assess whether individuals suffering decompression sickness exhibit inflammatory markers in blood.
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Biochemical signs of central nervous system injury
Timeframe: 6 months