What Researchers Did
Researchers documented the effects of acute smoking cessation on transcutaneous oxygen measurements in a patient with an extremity at risk for amputation.
What They Found
They found that 46 hours after smoking cessation, transcutaneous oxygen (PtcO2) levels increased by 10% while the patient breathed room air. Furthermore, PtcO2 levels increased by 34% when the patient received hyperbaric oxygen therapy, compared to measurements taken before quitting smoking.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no specific Canadian connection as it is a case report from outside Canada.
Study Limitations
As a case report, the findings are based on a single patient and may not be generalizable to a broader population.