Subspecialty Indications for HBOT Treatment

Audiology

Research has demonstrated that hyperbaric oxygen is an effective therapy for these conditions*:

Infectious Disease

Research has demonstrated that hyperbaric oxygen is an effective therapy for these infectious conditions:

Effects

The underlying mechanisms of HBOT relevant to immune function support improved outcomes when used in conjunction with first line surgical and antibiotic treatments.

Clostridial Myositis and Myonecrosis

Some studies have shown a 50% relative mortality reduction from gas gangrene with the use of HBOT in addition to surgery and antibiotics. Early treatment is crucial to maximizing tissue salvage, and to minimizing morbidity and mortality.

Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections

Some studies have associated hyperbaric oxygen therapy with improved survival and limb salvage in patients with NSTI.

Intracranial Abscess

HBOT may also help reduce brain swelling in addition to supporting infection control.

Efficacy

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Considerations

HBOT is an adjunct therapy for infectious diseases. First line antibiotic and surgical treatments should not be delayed when considering hyperbaric oxygen.

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Nephrology

Research has demonstrated that HBOT is an effective therapy for these conditions:

Effects

The effects of HBOT on wound healing are well documented and make it a reliable adjunct therapy to promote the healing of iatrogenic tissue damage from radiation cystitis and proctitis.

Because lesions are characterized by ischemic compromise and tissue necrosis, the proven effects of HBOT on refractory wounds make it an ideal additional treatment, with studies showing enhanced 3 year survival rates in dialysis patients with end stage renal disease being treated for calciphylaxis.

Clinical trials are also being conducted on the effect of HBOT on renal function in patients with diabetic nephropathy.

Efficacy

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Neurology

HBOT is an approved, effective therapy for these neurological conditions:

Research is showing potential for a number of additional neurological conditions.

Effects

Hyperbaric oxygen has a number of beneficial effects on the brain which research is finding can result in improvement of a variety of acute and chronic neurological conditions.

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Oncology

Research has demonstrated that HBOT is an effective therapy for these iatrogenic conditions:

Recent studies are also finding that HBOT has strong potential as an adjunct cancer therapy.

Effects

The effects of HBOT on wound healing are well documented and make it a reliable adjunct therapy to promote the healing of iatrogenic radiotherapy bone and tissue necrosis.

Cancer Treatment Research

It is theorized that the hypoxic conditions noted in many malignant tumors makes them more resistant to radiation. HBOT may improve radiosensitivity by oxygenating the hypoxic regions of neoplastic tissue.

Observed and hypothesized experimental effects of HBOT as adjunct cancer therapy include:

Studies show promise for HBOT in many forms of cancer, and research is ongoing.

Efficacy

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Oral & Maxillofacial/ Dental

Research has demonstrated that HBOT is an effective therapy for these conditions*:

It is also used as an adjunct therapy when placing implants in irradiated jaws.

Effects

The effects of HBOT are well documented and make it a reliable adjunct therapy to promote post-operative healing.

Research indicates a lower incidence of osteoradionecrosis and subsequent jaw resection when HBOT is used to treat patients requiring extractions from highly irradiated jaws. Additional research is ongoing.

Efficacy

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Disclaimer

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Further evidence is needed before mechanisms of action are fully understood and additional medical conditions are approved for HBOT treatment.

Orthopedics

Research has demonstrated that HBOT is an effective therapy for these orthopedics related conditions:

Effects

In addition to the well documented benefits of HBOT for promoting healing of external wounds, studies have found that hyperbaric oxygen stimulates production of and enhances osteoclast function.

Efficacy

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Disclaimer

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Further evidence is needed before mechanisms of action are fully understood and additional medical conditions are approved for HBOT treatment.

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Research has demonstrated that HBOT is an effective therapy for these conditions relevant to elective cosmetic and reconstructive surgery:

Effects

The effects of HBOT on wound healing are well documented and make it a reliable adjunct therapy to optimize healing from traumatic injuries, optimize routine post-operative healing, and promote healing when there are post-operative complications from cosmetic or reconstructive procedures.

Efficacy

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Podiatry

Research has demonstrated that HBOT is an effective therapy for these conditions: