Research Assistance Requested
Dr. Christopher Brooks, an Emeritus member of AsMA, has been wondering if there is any connection between Diver's DCS and Alzheimers. Please contact him at the email below if you can assist with his research:
"Dear Reader,
I recently met up with one of our old clearance divers who is suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease. Over the years dating back to 1976, I have treated him for Decompression Sickness twice. In lucid moments, he recalls that he has been bent more times than that. Unfortunately, he has lost his diver’s log.
My quick review of the literature is notably absent in asking the question whether there is any connection between DCS and Alzheimer’s disease in military or commercial divers. Having asked the question, I feel morally and professionally responsible for looking into the problem in more depth. I would be grateful if any or the readership can further help with my quest."
Dr. C. J. Brooks, M.B.Ch.B., FFOM, D.Av.Med., OMM, O.St.J.CD
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