What Researchers Did
Researchers reviewed the accepted and promising investigational applications of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons.
What They Found
The use of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) in clinical medicine dramatically increased in the 10 years prior to the article's publication, gaining acceptance for specific medical and surgical conditions. The review identified currently accepted applications and promising investigational uses of HBO therapy relevant to otolaryngology.
What This Means for Canadian Patients
Canadian patients with specific head and neck conditions could potentially benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy if it is deemed an appropriate treatment by their otolaryngologist. This therapy may offer an option for conditions where conventional treatments are insufficient.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection as it was not conducted in Canada nor focused on Canadian populations.
Study Limitations
A significant limitation is that this review article was published in 1988, meaning the information on accepted and investigational uses of hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be outdated.