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The Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) publishes documents that are free of charge for its members only and can be purchased by non-members at this address: https://www.uhms.org/publications/uhm-journal/download-uhm- journal-pdfs.html New documents are published every trimester. Click on the cover images below to access the download links.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Stroke-Related Sudden Hearing Loss: A Case Report. Authors: Kayacık SN, Gümüş Selek FZ, Aslan A, Karabakan R, Kıratlı Ü.
Case report of auricular avulsion injury, repair, and adjunctive treatment. Authors: Fischer GA, Hangan D, Li JG, Saxe B, Christiansen C, Paticoff K, Richman O, Sasson H.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for selected problem wounds. Authors: Huang ET, Heyboer III M, Savaser DJ.
Delayed Radiation Injuries (Soft Tissue and Bony Necrosis) and Potential for Future Research Authors: Feldmeier JJ, Gesell LB.,
Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS)
The South Pacific Underwater Medicine Society (SPUMS), in collaboration with the European Underwater and Baromedical Society (EUBS), published the following paid articles in the issues 1 of Volume 56 of their journal 2026. These articles are now accessible through the society login or via the internet address below: https://www.dhmjournal.com/index.php/purchase-an-embargoed- article Exploring the use of full-face masks for ventilation in dive rescue. Authors: Blizzard EA, Grandin AA, Sims D. An echo from the past: open access repository of over 10,000 annotated Doppler audio recordings of venous gas emboli. Authors: Blogg SL, Azarang A, Lance R, Tillmans F, Moon R, Papadopolou V, Lindholm P. Changes in lung ultrasound presentation induced by breath-hold diving in a simulated depth competition at Taiwan. Authors: Chi Y-J, Pan H-Y, Chuang P-C, Cheng C-Y, Li H-Y, Wu M-H. Efficacy and safety of potential irrigation diluents following ‘caustic cocktail’ ingestion. Authors: Lee A, Moore C, Griffiths A. Dual rebreathers in practice: example experiences from the Wetmules and COBRA Divers. Authors: Lee D, Challen C, Lock G. Scuba tank fill survey in Victoria, Australia, 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. Author: Lippmann J. Treatment success in relation to timing of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Authors: Lun C-Y, Au Yeung K-L, Lau Y-F, Yan W-W, Tang K-B. Decision regret and shared decision-making in patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Authors: Meijering JR, Risvanoglu N, van Waard JD, Nederhoed JH, Hoencamp R, van Hulst RA, Ubbink DT. Outcomes in the treatment of inner ear decompression sickness with hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a systematic review. Authors: Stokes RJ, Marsden J, Watts D, Smerdon G, Hall SD, Bunn L. Reply to comment by Peter T Wilmhurst and Christopher Edge. Authors: Tuominen LJ, Räisänen-Sokolowski AK, Lundell RV Transgender people and occupational diving: a new challenge for diving physicians? Authors: van Ooij PJAM, Bek AR, van Hulst RA. Liver disease and the Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire. Authors: Watson AG, Lim TY. Comment on 'Effects of fluid loss on the physiology of closed-circuit rebreather divers after 100- and 45-metre dives by Tuominen, et al.' Authors: Wilmshurst PT, Edge C. Shared decision-making when considering hyperbaric oxygen therapy: a systematic review. Authors: Meijering JR, Risvanoglu N, Nederhoed JH, Hoencamp R, van Hulst RA, Ubbink DT. Psychosis and scuba diving. Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine.. Authors: Querido AL, Wingelaar TT. Post-traumatic wound infection after diving caused by Vibrio alginolyticus: a case report. Authors: Cebrián-López J, Jover-Díaz F, Infante-Urrios A, Piqueras-Vidal PM, Ortiz de la Tabla-Duccasse V Advances in the delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a diving bell. Authors: Johnson G, Bryson P, Tabner A. Safety and efficacy of continuous glucose monitoring devices in individuals with diabetes undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy: a scoping review. Authors: Katsnelson G, Salvatori M, Djaiani G, Greer E, Tarshis J, Katznelson R. Effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy initiation latency on auditory outcomes following acute acoustic trauma. Authors: Manheim M, Mogilevsky L, Geva A, Knoll O, Zehavi G, Gur I. Shared decision-making when considering hyperbaric oxygen therapy: a systematic review. Authors: Meijering JR, Risvanoglu N, Nederhoed JH, Hoencamp R, van Hulst RA, Ubbink DT. Psychosis and scuba diving. Authors: Querido AL, Wingelaar TT. Gastric barotrauma following submarine escape training. Authors: Risberg J, Phillips S, Sletteskog N, Grong K. Comparison of three infusion pumps as an option for intensive care treatments in monoplace hyperbaric chambers. Author: Schmitz G. Challenges in the administration of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for complicated cases in a tertiary care setting. Authors: Singh D, Mohanty C, Verma R, Kumar S. These articles are paid for one year, execpt for registered members of EUBS and SPUMS. Passed the one year embargo, the articles are free of charge, and can be downloaded through this link: https://www.dhmjournal.com/index.php/full-journals-embargoed/full- journals Note that many of these articles are published through other organizations and are also integrated in our database.
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Marine Technology Society
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) published numerous documents from December 2025 to mid April 2026. Competence and Training IMCA C 017 - Guidance on competence assurance and assessment: Marine roles for small workboats Environmental Sustainability IMCA ES 006 - The role of marine contractors in biodiversity impact and nature-positive developments Diving division IMCA D 089 - Experienced diver competency assessment (EDCA) of surface supplied and closed bell / saturation divers and Life Support Technicians. IMCA D 086 - Catalogue of national diving regulations. IMCA D 077 - Guidance on prevention and mitigation of lost bell emergencies. IMCA D 011 - Guidance on auditing of diving systems. IMCA D 048 - Guidance on surface supplied diving operations using nitrox IMCA D 088 - Diving certification and verification IMCA G 012 / IMCA D 084 - IMCA assessment procedure for diving contractor membership Health and safety IMCA M 119 / IMCA HSS 046 - Managing fire risks on DP vessels – prevention, detection, containment, and response Marine division IMCA M 268 - Recommended practice for the operation of Class 1 DP vessels IMCA M 273 - A guide to conducting DP drills and ensuring preparedness for DP failures IMCA M 235 / IMCA S 023 - Guidelines on the shared use of sensors for survey and positioning purposes. IMCA M 249 - DP practitioner accreditation scheme handbook IMCA M 119 / IMCA HSS 046 - Managing fire risks on DP vessels – prevention, detection, containment, and response DP station Keeping Event Reports DPSI 036 / IMCA M 274 - Dynamic positioning station keeping review – incidents and events reported for 2025. Legal Contract IMCA LCIC 001 / IMCA G 015 - IMCA competition law compliance policy. Offshore Survey IMCA M 235 / IMCA S 023 - Guidelines on the shared use of sensors for survey and positioning purposes. IMCA R 022 / IMCA S 025 - Guidelines for the shared use of sensors for ROV and survey purposes. Remote systems & ROV IMCA R 022 / IMCA S 025 - Guidelines for the shared use of sensors for ROV and survey purposes IMCA R009 - ROV mobilisation
International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA)
State of Technology Report: Marine Technology in 2025 Author: Kocak, Donna M. Ocean Energy Learns to Walk Its Own Path. Authors: Lesemann, Reenst; Terrasa, Kristi. Ocean-Powered Oyster Tumbling: A Review of Techniques and Opportunities for Emission Reductions. Authors: Briggs, Candace D.; Grear, Molly E. Coaxial PTO Drives for Wave, Tidal, and Oscillating Water Column Air Turbines. Authors: Hanna, John Clarkorcid. Ecobuoys for Scalable Oceanography. Authors: Nawaz, Anuschehorcid icon; Steele, Michaelorcid icon; Branch, Ruthorcid icon; Burnett, Davidorcid icon; Liao, Kuotianorcid icon; Parker, Malloryorcid icon; Roumeli, Eleftheria. Distributed Acoustic Sensing in the Marine Environment—Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going? Authors: Potter, John R.orcid. Seismic Sensing Analysis With Geometric Phase: From Land to Sea. Authors: Runge, Keithorcid; Beck, Susan Feasibility of Accelerating Incompressible Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulations With Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computers. Authors: Garrett, Michael C.; Ponkratov, Dmitryorcid Qiu, Wei. Consequence Analysis Machine Based Power Plant Optimization for Dynamic Positioning With Battery-Powered Hybrid Propulsion. Authors: Wu, Yin; Bourgeau, Edward K. Muddusetti, Suman. Building Resilience in Vulnerable Coastal Communities With the Southeast Water Level Network Initiative. Authors: Hernandez, Debra; Dorton, Jennifer; Alsbrooks, Cotie; Clark, Russell; Morano, Kait; Troxler, Tiffany; Glazer, Brian T.; Fiorentino, Laura; Rome, Nicholas; Wilson, Cassandra; Dusek, Gregory Ocean Enterprise: Maturing the Global Market for Blue Technology and Workforce. Authors: Van Sumeren, Hans; Kocak, Donna M.; Willis, Zdenka; Hoffman, Caisey. Reflections From Biodiversity COP16: How Innovative Marine Technology Can Help Achieve the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). Authors: Brocke, Hannah Soft Underwater Robots: The Perfect Tool for Exploring Fragile Ecosystems. Authors: Hall, Robin; Onal, Cagdas D. Navigating Regulatory Frameworks to Benefit From the State of Diving Technology and Techniques. Authors: Lombardi, Michael; Mirick, Robert; Chierico, Paulstephen. Station-Keeping Control of AUV Based on Visual Servo Under Unknown Disturbance. Authors: Peng, Shilin; Tao, Xinjiang; Hu, Liang; Yu, Haibin; Shi, Jianguang; Li, Zhu; Tian, Xiaoqing Deep Water Wave Spectral Characteristics in the Northcentral Bay of Bengal Using Moored Buoy Measurements. Authors: Ramamoorthy, Janani; Ganesan, Latha; Muthiah, Krishnaveni; Venkatesan, Ramasamy Green Fuels for Maritime: An Overview of Research Advancements, Applications, and Challenges. Authors: Al Baity, Omar A.; Ahmed, Yasser M.; Abdelnaby, Maged; ElGohary, Mohamed M. Mapping a Better Ocean: The Ocean Decade and the Need for Open Data Authors: Burger, Peter; Earl, Shannon; Filippone, Marco, Apostle Peter NOAA Ocean Exploration's 2024 Pacific Islands Mapping: Advancing Ocean Exploration Through Collaborative Interagency Partnerships and Campaigns Authors: AlbanoPatricia. Medley Rachel, Cantwell Kasey, Kline Logan, Kim Carol, Candio Samuel,Cuellar Samuel, Hoy, Shannon, Morrow Thomas Addressing Data Scarcity and Filling Gaps: Enhancing Ocean Understanding Through Participatory Seabed Mapping in the Western Indian Ocean Region Authors: Martin Tinah, Ferrini Vicki, Kimeli Amon, Mathai, Daina Mapping for Ocean Exploration: A Framework for Closing the Gaps Authors: Hoy Shannon, Ferrini Vicki, Ruby Caitlin, Candio Sam, Drennon Hayley, Groves Sarah Perspectives From the South Pacific's Papua New Guinea and Kiribati on Ocean Mapping's Importance and How Collaborations Through Seabed 2030 Can Help Achieve Sustainable Ocean Management Goals Authors: Kinney Juliet, Oliver Emma, Uriam Tion, Roperez, Jaya Bridging the Depths in Algeria: Advancing Hydrospatial Data for Sustainable Marine Management Authors: Bellabad Fahima, Kinney Juliet, Khellaf Rafik, Otmani Housseyn Partnering with the “Crowd”: Development of a Community Bathymetry Program in Tampa Bay, Florida, USA Authors: Gilbert Sherryl, Murawski Steven A, Luther Mark E., Silverman Alex, Hommeyer Matthew, Vistocci Roxann, Chernoch Sophie, Clark Harrison, Grasty Sarah, Erickson Kristin Bathymetric Mapping in the Coastal Zone: Approaches, Challenges, and Opportunities. Authors: Murawski Steven A., Gilbert Sherryl, Hommeyer Matthew, Liu Yonggang, Lembke Chad, Grasty Sarah, English David, Hu Chuanmin, Dixon Tim, Sadeghi Chorsi Taha. Marine Archaeological Surveying Using Snake Robots: The Eely Survey of Figaro Wreck in the High Arctic. Authors: Diamanti Eleni, Fossdal Markus, Iversflaten, Markus Høgevoll, Sæbø Bjørn Kåre, Kasparavičit Gabriel, Waldum Ambjørn Grimsrud, Yip Mauhing, Ødegård Øyvind, De La Torre Pedro, Pettersen Kristin Y., Stahl Annette, Hoel Aurora, Skaugset Kjetil, Ludvigsen, Martin, Sørensen Asgeir Johan. The North Philippine Sea: Complexity Illustration for Transdisciplinary Action Research Resilience and Sustainability. Authors: Aagesen S., Blum S., Pajaro M., Raouf A., Watts P. A Prosperous Economy Requires Ocean Biodiversity Information, Technology, and Innovation Authors: Muller-Karger, Frank E.; Canonico, Gabrielle; VanSumeren, Hans; Myers, Caisey; Ogburn, Matthew B.; Hammerschlag, Neil; Pendleton, Linwood; Motyka, Jackie; Thompson, Luke R.; Montes, Enrique; McEachron, Lucas; Pearlman, Jay; Brenner, Jorge; Williams, Ben; Kavanaugh, Maria T.; Biddle, Mathew Bridge to Science: The Human Connection Driving Ocean Research Authors: Lancaster, Taz; Muglia, Michael A Comparison of UVC Ray Tracing Models to Biofouling Field Immersion Tests Authors: Kozee, Madison; Hunsucker, Kelli Z.; Swain, Geoffrey The Mini Adaptive Sampling Experiment: Simultaneous Deployment of Multiple Ocean Observing Platforms in the Yucatan Channel. Authors: DiMarco, Steven F.; Ge, Xiao; Mahmud, Sakib; Knap, Anthony H.; Nwankwo, Uchenna; Krueger, Alec; Smith, Matthew; Glenn, Scott; Miles, Travis; Smith, Michael; Jiménez, Rosalinda Monreal; de Léon, David Alberto Salas; Tereza, Víctor Kevin Contreras; Tenreiro, Miguel; Pallas, Enric; Lermusiaux, Pierre F. J.; Haley, Patrick J.; Mirabito, Chris; Ramos, Rafael; Storie, Jill Enhancing Subsea ROV Operations: A Survey of Operator Challenges, Essential Skills, and Novel Teleoperation Technologies. Authors: Xia, Pengxiang; McSweeney, Kevin; Crippen, Kent; Du, Eric Jing Sentinel Gliders: A New Frontier of Ocean Observing Authors: Gradone, Joseph; Jones, Clayton; Quinn, Shea; Goodrich, Cordielyn; Fricano, Salvatore; Miles, Travis; Saba, Grace; Kohut, Joshua; Glenn, Scott; Schofield, Oscar The Importance of High-Frequency Radar for Search and Rescue at Sea: A Foundation for a National Network for the Integrated Ocean Observing System. Authors: Roarty, Hugh; Glenn, Scott; Crowley, Michael; Schofield, Oscar; Kohut, Josh Using Microcredentials Pathways for Ocean Technician Workforce Development. Authors: Hotaling, Liesl; VanSumeren, Hans; Kohut, Josh; Aragon, Dave; Waite, Nicole; Lutchko, John; Bond, Sally L.
Announcements and lists of paid scientific and technical documents from various organizations published between mid December 2025 and mid April 2026 - page 1 of 2
Registered Nurses in Hyperbaric Medicine: Increasing Patient Compliance with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Authors: Hurlburt S, Orwig D.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Traumatic Brain Injury: A Comprehensive Structure Review Authors: Jusoh AF, Ismail I, Yahaya R, Hassan A, Yusoff HM.
Case of Broca's Aphasia as an expression of cerebral decompression sickness with advanced non-invasive monitoring during HBO2 treatment. Authors: Schmitz G, Aguero S, Huertas Gabert LC.
Dysbaric osteonecrosis: Case series osteonecrosis in divers Authors: Amamri A, Miliani A, Boudour R, Mellal Y, Dib M, Medaouar, Bedjaoui A.
Vascular occlusion following hyaluronic acid injection: A case report Authors: Özkan R, Kaya B, Kaya G.
Laptop-style point-of-care ultrasound machines in the multiplace hyperbaric oxygen treatment chamber Authors: Thacker J, Pullis M, Masters T, Logue C.
High-altitude decompression illness following recreational diving: a case report from Lake Van. Authors: Özkan R, Kaya B.
Risk Factors of Dysbaric Osteonecrosis in Saturation Diving Identified through Magnetic Resonance Imaging Surveillance Authors: Miyoshi Y, Watanabe S, Tsukazaki S, Sugiura T, Ikomi F, Tanaka T, Ogawa H, Sawamura T.
The amount of the settled surfactant dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine (DPPC) in the heart of rats does not correlate with decompression illness Authors: Wolkowski U, Khatib S, Arieli R.
Maximal fat oxidation in navy divers. Authors: Sjöblom C, Ekman L, Plogmark O, Mandić M, Rodríguez-Zamora L, Melin AK, Ekström M, Frånberg O.
Multifactorial determinants of diving-associated deaths in Turkey: autopsy-based insights and the imperative of integrated forensic assessment Authors: Doğan M, Atan Y, Dağ MA, Üzün İ.
Recompression and Adjunctive Therapies in DCI Management in Divers: A Review of RCTs Author: Fairhead T
Cerebral Arterial Gas Embolism During Watchman Device Implantation Authors: Preheim B, Moayedi S, Chew KW, Sethuraman K.
Cold Urticaria Preventing Clearance For Scientific Diving Authors: Popa DA, Winn AR, Masters TC, Logue C.
Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections Authors: Anderson CA, Jacoby I
Reversal of a Globus Pallidus Injury in a Severe Carbon Monoxide Poisoned Patient Authors: Graffeo CS, Petitt MJ, Neubauer LE, Steckler GD, Knapp BJ.
Decompression at 1.3 versus 1.6 bar and Nitrogen Elimination and Venous Gas Emboli: A Randomized Controlled Trial Authors: Plogmark O, Hjelte C, Olsson M, Ekstrom M, Franberg O.
Increased ventilatory response to carbon dioxide after dive training Authors: Ekman L, Sjoblom C, Ekstrom M, Franberg O.
Synergistic Neuroprotection by Caffeine and Astaxanthin Against CNS-OT Authors: Rosenberg M, Ezra R, Arieli R, Barash U.
Systematic Review of Otologic Adverse Events in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Authors: Voigt A, Laspro M, Thys E, Jethanamest D, Chiu ES.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Enhances Autologous Bone Graft Integration: A Meta- Analysis Authors: Zulfiqar A, Spindari K.
Dermatologic medical ozone therapy complications treated with hyperbaric oxygen Authors: McCray P, Johnson-Arbor K.
Transcutaneous Oximetry Optimizes Clinical Management and Cost-Effectiveness of Diabetic Foot Ulcers Treated with Hyperbaric Oxygen: A Review of Point-of-Care Vascular Screening Options Author: Clarke R
Safety Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy In Patients Aged 75 And Older: A Multicenter Retrospective Study Authors: Cracchiolo AN, Palma DM, Saporito EFG, Palazzolo C, Mannino SM, Genco F, Vitale F, Profera L, Raineri SM, Accurso G.
Evaluation of the efficacy of modified low-dose HBO2 therapy Authors: Kumar S, Kansal V, Chaundhry HBS, Bhutani S, Mohanty CS.
Severe Anemia Authors: Van Meter KW.