Evaluation of TCOM/HBOT practice guideline for the treatment of foot burns occurring in diabetic patients.
Abstract: A multidisciplinary team developed an evidence-based guideline for the management of foot burns occurring in diabetic patients that included transcutaneous oxygen measurements (TCOM) and application of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to selected patients....
Evaluation of TCOM/HBOT practice guideline for the treatment of foot burns occurring in diabetic patients.
Abstract: A multidisciplinary team developed an evidence-based guideline for the management of foot burns occurring in diabetic patients that included transcutaneous oxygen measurements (TCOM) and application of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to selected patients....
Radiation therapy oncology group gynecologic oncology working group: comprehensive results.
Abstract: The purpose of this report was to comprehensively describe the activities of the Gynecologic Oncology Working Group within the Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG). Clinical trials will be reviewed as well as translational science and ancillary...
Patient’s perspective on hyperbaric oxygen treatment of osteoradionecrosis.
Abstract: Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) is a known complication to radiation therapy for head and neck cancer with a prevalence of 5-7% among radiated patients. Treatment might include dental surgery and reconstruction of the jawbone as well as hyperbaric oxygen treatment...
In vitro evaluation of a novel system for monitoring surgical hemoglobin loss.
Abstract: Accurate measurement of intraoperative blood loss is an important clinical variable in managing fluid resuscitation and avoiding unnecessary transfusion of blood products. In this study, we measured surgical blood loss using a tablet computer programmed with...
A novel treatment in X-linked agammaglobulinaemia – hyperbaric oxygen therapy in refractory chronic wounds.
Abstract: Chronic wounds are a rare complication of X-linked agammaglobulinaemia (XLA). Fastidious organisms such as helicobacter bills have been reported in XLA with chronic wounds but sterile chronic wounds also occur. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy has been used in...
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy in combination with systemic treatment of sickle cell disease presenting as central retinal artery occlusion: a case report.
Abstract: We describe hyperbaric oxygen therapy for the treatment of central retinal artery occlusion in a young adult with sickle cell disease. A 25-year-old Turkish man with a history of sickle cell disease developed sudden painless loss of vision in the left eye...
Not just full of hot air: hyperbaric oxygen therapy increases survival in cases of necrotizing soft tissue infections.
Abstract: The utility of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) in the treatment of necrotizing soft tissue infections (NSTIs) has not been proved. Previous studies have been subject to substantial selection bias because HBOT is not available universally at all medical...
Curious case of calciphylaxis leading to acute mitral regurgitation.
Abstract: Calciphylaxis is uncommon and typically seen in patients with end-stage renal disease. It has been defined as a vasculopathic disorder characterised by cutaneous ischaemia and necrosis due to calcification, intimal fibroplasia and thrombosis of pannicular...