Physics and Physiology of Decompression
Decompression involves a complex interaction of gas solubility, partial pressures and concentration gradients, bulk transport and bubble mechanics in living tissues.
This section provides an introductory discussion of some of the factors influencing inert gas uptake and elimination in living tissues.
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