Carbon Monoxide in Scuba Diving: Risks, Sources, and How to Protect Yourself and Team
Introduction Carbon monoxide (CO) contamination in scuba cylinders is uncommon, but when it occurs, the consequences can be severe. CO interferes with the body’s ability to transport oxygen, and even small amounts become more dangerous as a diver descends. This article explains how CO affects the body, how contamination occurs, why depth amplifies the risk, and what divers can do
