Medical FAQs
Here's a list compiled over the years of commonly asked questions. The list was created by DAN MDs and represent specific, evidence-based recommendations our member should take into consideration.
Last year in October, I was hospitalized for acute coronary artery disease, treated with a coronary angioplasty and DES (Drug Eluting Stent) implant. The angiographic results were excellent, without any complications. My echocardiogram, which upon admission showed apical hypokinesia, upon dismissal showed normalization of all hypokinetic segments. I had my first routine check-up in the month of February with an ECG test, and a second check-up in May with CPET. The results were the following: the test was negative, and maximal exercise testing, after suspension of Metoprolol, was also negative for inducible myocardial ischemia. Are there any contraindications for diving activities?
The missing step to the clinical tests and check-ups that you have already performed, is an appointment for a medical with a hyperbaric trained physician, who can assess your fitness to dive.
In addition, concerning the type of dives that you will be able to perform from now on, you will surely have to avoid strong currents and cold water dives, and should limit yourself to purely recreational diving, which means a maximum depth of 30 m, and No-Deco.
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