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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.
A Rare Case Report of Penile Necrosis Successfully Treated With Early Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment Authors: Ibrahim Ethem Akin, Mustafa Ozay,
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 issue 2 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 The role of HBOT in a case of pyomyositis. Authors: Bose JG, Kumar S, Anand S, Mohanty C Spontaneous resolution of choroidal neovascular membrane in the fellow eye during hyperbaric oxygen treatment for retinal artery occlusion: a case report. Authors: Dağ U, Dertsiz Kozan,, Engin Egeren,Öncü, Çağlayan, Fuat Alakuş Evidence-based guidelines for long-term care in spinal cord-related decompression illness Authors: Dubois C, Hentzen C, Schnitzler A, Daubresse L, Morin J. Measuring whole-body inert gas uptake and washout during submersion. Authors: Plogmark O, Soltesz K, Hjelte C, Frånberg O. Bipolar spectrum disorders in divers: risks, recognition, and recommendations. Authors: Querido AL, Wingelaar TT Evidence-informed decision aid for fitness-to-dive assessment after otologic surgery. Authors: Riestra-Ayora,, Fernández-Navarro,, Martín-Sanz, Salvador- Marín. Real-world experience of transoesophageal echocardiography for detection of clinically significant persistent foramen ovale. Authors: Wilmshurst P, Pearson M, Walsh K, Morrison WL Returning to diving and hyperbaric exposure after pulmonary vein isolation for atrial fibrillation. Authors: Zerbi S, Tarsia L, Benenati V, Nicosia D, Bosco G, Paganini M 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 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.
Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine (DHM)
Marine Technology Society
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) published numerous documents from April to the end of July 2026. Diving division IMCA D 041 Use of battery-operated equipment in hyperbaric conditions Jun 2026 IMCA D 084 IMCA assessment procedure for diving contractor membership Jun 2026 IMCA D 037 DESIGN for surface supplied mixed gas diving systems Jun 2026 IMCA D 040 DESIGN for mobile/portable surface supplied systems Jun 2026 IMCA D 023 DESIGN for surface orientated (air) diving systems Jun 2026 IMCA D 024 DESIGN for saturation (bell) diving systems Jun 2026 IMCA D 053 DESIGN for the hyperbaric reception facility (HRF) forming part of a hyperbaric evacuation system (HES) Jun 2026 IMCA D 063 DESIGN for hyperbaric rescue unit (HRU) life support packages (LSP) Jun 2026 IMCA D 018 Code of practice for the initial and periodic examination, testing and certification of diving plant and equipment Jun 2026 IMCA D 033 Limitations in the use of SCUBA May 2026 Health and safety IMCA HSS 031 Offshore electrical distribution system safety Jun 2026 Marine division IMCA M 217 Offshore electrical distribution system safety Jun 2026 Remote systems & ROV IMCA R 019 Understanding biodegradable lubricants: An introduction to Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids (EAHFs) in hydraulic systems offshore May 2026
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 the end of April and the end of July 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: Ozkan 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: Ozkan 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: Dogan M, Atan Y, Dag MA, Uzün İ.
Tension Pneumothorax During Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy With Pigtail Pleural Catheter: A Case Report and Experimental Flow Analysis Author: Gerald Schmitz,
A Case of Abdominal Pain Due to a Hemolytic Attack After Diving Authors: Yoichi Yanagawa, Soichiro Ota, Noriko Tanaka, Chihiro Maekawa, Hiroki Nagasawa,
Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment Attenuates Renal Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury in Rats Authors: Bo Yang, Jun Liu, Lingling Ding, Maoting Li, Xuezi Fu, Zhe Li, Jin Cheng, Nanmei Liu, Bo Yang, and Jun Liu
Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment for Enhancing Athletic Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Authors: Shrinit Babel; Gerardo Bosco, Enrico Camporesi
Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment for Arterial Gas Embolism With Transient Cortical Blindness Following Intravenous Ozone Therapy: A Case Report Authors: Som Singh, Joseph Nevarez
Recovery Patterns During Extended Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment Combined With Steroids in Severe Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss: A Multi-Center Study Authors: Wen-Zhi Yang, Mei Yang, Tong Yang, Zhe Wang, Wan Lin. Shu-Yi Pan, Hang L
Mild and Traditional Hyperbaric Oxygenation: Clinical Uses and Safety Considerations Author: Kelly Johnson-Arbor,
Principles for the Design, Validation, and Acceptance of Decompression Procedures Authors: Jean-Pierre Imbert, Armin Sidali, Andy Butler, Jord Lucas
Nitrofurantoin-Induced Hemolytic Anemia and Methemoglobinemia in G6PD Deficiency Treated With Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment Authors: Vanraj Padhiyar, Abhishek Maitra, Chakit Singh, Neeraj Tulara,
Cerebral Dysfunction of a Diving Fisherman After Prophylactic Recompression Treatment: A Case Report Authors: Yan Wang, Anqi Guo, Qinqin Pu, Wanwan Cai, Long Qing,
Mixed Compartment Syndromes and Neuropathy Resolution With Hyperbaric Oxygen Authors: Michael Strauss, Arielle Sass, Katherine Wilson, Stuart Miller,
Cardiac and Thrombotic Effects of Severe Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: A Case Series Authors: Margot Samson, Thomas Masters, Eduardo Fastag-Guttman, Christopher Logue, Daniel Popa,
Dive Injury and Jellyfish Sting Case Study Author: Michael J. Day
A Non-Invasive Gas Exchange Monitor To Assess Swimming-Induced Pulmonary Edema Authors: Yousef Ahmed, Peter Lindholm Nick Bartlett, ; Michael Tripp, Gil Boswell, Charles Volk
Microbiological Contamination Risk in SCUBA Diving Cylinders: An Experimental Study Authors: Recep Ozkan, Elif Okumuş, Kübra Özgök Kangal
Please note the release of Issue 20 of the "Underwater Robotics Magazine", which is published in partnership with the Society for Underwater Technology (SUT). This magazine, produced under the UT2 publication platform (accessible at https://ut-2.com/), provides access to various other journals that focus on specific niche areas and can be read online. To view the magazine, click on the cover image.
Society for Underwater Technology
The "Big Blue World" newsletter, which can be found at https://sut.org/, is an open-access document published on a trimestrial basis that aims to provide updates on the Society and its members, including its global branches, young professionals, special interest groups, training courses, awards, and more, as well as member-written articles on innovation and the blue economy. Click the cover image to open it.
“Guidance Notes for Risk Identification & Common Mitigations Related to Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) for Offshore Renewable Energy Developments” (May 2026 edition) outlines a standardised, phased approach to UXO risk management, building upon established industry guidance while incorporating new knowledge and relevant practices. Click the cover image for more information on this paid document.
OnePetro
The following articles are available in the latest edition (Volume 36, Issue 02 - June 2026) of the "International Journal of Offshore and Polar Engineering": Ice Drift in the Ob Bay During Landfast Ice Breakup Based on Coastal Radar Data. Authors: Olga A. Morozova; Yurii G. Gavrilov; Ruslan I. May Stochastic Model of Landfast Ice Position Change in the Laptev Sea Authors: Ruslan I. May; Alex G. Topaj; Andrey V. Rubchenia; Anna B. Timofeeva Optimization of Iceberg Towing Authors: Konstantin A. Kornishin; Yaroslav O. Efimov; Petr A. Tarasov; Yuri P. Gudoshnikov; Igor V. Buzin; Dmitry V. Nikushchenko; Nikita V. Tryaskin Sliding Resistance of Stamukhi and Grounded Ice Islands in the Southwestern Part of the Laptev Sea Authors: Konstantin A. Kornishin; Yaroslav O. Efimov; Petr A. Tarasov; Roman B. Guzenko; Yevgeny U. Mironov; Ruslan I. May; Yuriy G. Gavrilov Ice Ridge Formation Due to Deformation of Old Ice Floes. How Was It? Authors: Roman B. Guzenko; Ruslan I. May; Ivan A. Svistunov; Vladimir A. Borodkin; Yuri G. Gavrilov; Stepan V. Khotchenkov; Artyom A. Vibe Artificial Intelligence Methods for Recognizing and Modeling Ice Ridge Distribution in Arctic Seas Authors: Dmitry A. Vyatkin; Ramil Z. Guliev; Oleg A. Freiman; Natalia A. Sluzova; Konstantin A. Kornishin; Yaroslav O. Efimov; Petr A. Tarasov; Roman B. Guzenko; Yevgeny U. Mironov Effect of Density Stratification on a Self-Propelled Generic Submarine near the Free Surface. Authors: Linjie Li; Liushuai Cao; Decheng Wan; Fuchang Zhou; Jian Zhang Super-Resolution Reconstruction of Near-Wall Turbulence Based on SRCNN and U-Net Frameworks Authors: Guoqing Fan; Hanqiao Han; Guibin Chen; Decheng Wan Numerical Analysis of Effects of Wind-Wave-Current Interactions on the Performance of Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Authors: Yingjie Xue; Haichao Liu; Weiwen Zhao; Decheng Wan Comparative Analysis and Selection Considerations of Anchorage Foundations for Offshore Floating Structures Authors: Min-Hao Zhang; Yong Fu; Biao Zhang; Zhen-Yu Yin Study on the Coupled Hydrodynamic Performance of Bionic Caudal Fin and Dorsal Fin Authors: Siqi Wang; Peng Liu; Yaqian Li Experiments on Short-ligament Rupture of Embedded Flaws Authors: Su Xu; Jie Liang; Cheng Qian; Ifaz Haider; Williams R. Tyson Experimental and Numerical Study on the Mechanical Behavior of PVC-Coated Fabric Structures. Authors: Hanseop Shin; Svein Savik; David Morin; Virgile Delhaye