Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barotrauma
Noun
/ˌbɛəroʊˈtrɔːmə/
Definition
Barotrauma refers to injury caused to the body due to changes in pressure, particularly during activities such as diving or flying.
Examples
- The diver experienced barotrauma when ascending too quickly, leading to pain in his ears.
- Barotrauma can occur during rapid descents or ascents in an airplane.
- Symptoms of barotrauma may include discomfort, bleeding, or even rupturing of tissues.
Meaning
It is commonly associated with the ears, sinuses, and lungs when external pressure changes faster than the body can adapt.
Synonyms
- Pressure injury
- Pressure-related trauma
- Compression injury
