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Old 09-08-05, 09:27 PM
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Thumbs down DSMBs
You have raised something which I have many concerns about but first my Bends:

I reckon I have had bends ranging from tiredness to the chamber on about 20+ occassions. Why, because I did'nt realize I had a PFO?

First Chamber incident: CESAR PADI training

2nd and 3rd: Uncontrolled ascents (due to failed equipment failure)

All pointing to sensitivity to pressure change and was later diagnosed to have a PFO!

But I have a particular gripe with DSMBs and the subject of using them. I have in the last year crossed over to BSAC, and have previousily trained with PADI and TDI.

Neither of which follow the protocol of using DSMBs. Its apparent from my limited BSAC experience that they are widely used by BSAC.

I personally think they are dangerous and should only be used on DECO stops, at limited depths.

I have seen them lead to dangerous situations and would call into question their usefulness over the inherent risks. I am happy to debate the issue with anyone on this forum, no matter what their experience.

I personally find them dangerous and am not suprised that they have been flaged as a cause for bends. O and PFOs, well thats another matter, but another time.
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