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High pressure neurological syndrome
MONDO:0002570A syndrome related to increased atmospheric pressure and characterized by tremors, nausea, dizziness, decreased motor and mental performance, and seizures. This condition may occur in those who dive deeply (c. 1000 ft) usually while breathing a mixture of oxygen and helium. The condition is associated with a neuroexcitatory effect of helium.
5 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a simple prebreathe routine make spacewalks safer?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether different oxygen prebreathe routines and exercise levels can lower the risk of decompression sickness during simulated spacewalks. Healthy volunteers aged 30-60 breathe pure oxygen for an hour, then exercise in a low-pressure chamber to mimic space condit…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Divers with healed ear injuries may face hidden risks at depth
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how nitrogen narcosis (a sleepy, dizzy feeling divers get at depth) affects hand-eye coordination, balance, and eye movements. Researchers will compare 20 healthy divers with 20 divers who previously had an inner ear decompression sickness. Participants perfor…
Sponsor: University of Plymouth • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC