Emergency Diver Recompression
immediate response
Decompression illness treatment
Treatment for decompression illness is tailored to the diver’s specific symptoms, dive profile, and medical needs. Critical care inside the chamber is available, and our medical team is trained in providing advanced hyperbaric and intensive care support.
How to access this service
Call 112 or go directly to the nearest Emergency Department.
Be sure to mention the diving accident or request an evaluation by a diving medicine specialist.
Activated through the highest-priority referral from physicians in the emergency departments of the country.
Ask for advice from the Diving Physician (24h):
(+354) 543-1000
Steps
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If hyperbaric treatment is indicated, the ED team will contact the diving physician.
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A medical evaluation will be conducted in the ED to determine the re-compression protocol and manage any possible contraindications.
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Additional laboratory tests may be required before and/or after the treatment.
Other emergency indications