Pulmonary Effects of One Week of Repeated Recreational Closed-Circuit Rebreather Dives in Cold Water
Background and Objectives: The use of closed-circuit rebreathers (CCRs) in recreational diving is gaining interest.However, data regarding its physiological effects are still scarce.Immersion, cold water, hyperoxia, exercise or the equipment itself could challenge the cardiopulmonary system.The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of CCR