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Clinical Study Clinics in plastic surgery 1993

Hyperbaric oxygen's effect on radiation necrosis.

Kindwall EP — Clinics in plastic surgery, 1993

Tier 2, Indexed

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Summary

What Researchers Did

This article discussed the techniques and effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in managing radiation necrosis.

What They Found

The article highlighted the significant knowledge gained regarding the effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy on the healing process. It emphasized the importance for surgeons to properly use and appropriately time surgical intervention with this treatment for radiation necrosis.

What This Means for Canadian Patients

Canadian patients suffering from radiation necrosis may benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a treatment option. This therapy could potentially improve healing and outcomes when integrated appropriately with surgical interventions.

Canadian Relevance

This study does not have a direct Canadian connection.

Study Limitations

A limitation of this article is its nature as a discussion rather than a presentation of new primary research with specific patient outcomes or comparative data.

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Study Details

Study Type Clinical Study
Category Radiation Injury
Source Pubmed
PubMed ID 8324986
Year Published 1993
Journal Clinics in plastic surgery
MeSH Terms Adolescent; Aged; Female; Humans; Hyperbaric Oxygenation; Male; Necrosis; Osteoradionecrosis; Radiation Injuries

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