We conducted 25 altitude chamber decompression exposure profiles incorporating both genders in a prospective attempt to clarify the role of gender in DCS susceptibility. METHODS. The 291 human subjects were exposed (961 subject-exposures) to simulated altitude for up to 8 h, using zero to 4 h of preoxygenation. Subjects breathed 100% oxygen, rested or performed mild or strenuous exercise while decompressed, and were monitored for precordial venous gas emboli (VUE) ...
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