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Publication AbstractsCase Report: Inflight decompression sickness affecting the temporomandibular jointFabian BGAviat Space Environ Med 1998; 69:517-8 AbstractA 26-yr-old AC-130 gunner developed unilateral temporomandibular joint (TM) pain while flying a combat support mission. A diagnosis of decompression sickness (DCS) was made based on his symptoms and risk factors that included prolonged exposure to altitude (60 to 90 minutes at 18,000 feet), cold temperature (-11 degrees Celsius) and increased inflight activity. His symptoms resolved with 100% oxygen and he was returned to flying status after 72 h. Altitude related DCS is an unusual occurrence and this is the first reported case of in flight DCS affecting the temporomandibular joint.
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