What Researchers Did
This study presented a case report of a 20-year-old male who experienced neurotoxic effects of oxygen during a hyperbaric diving test.
What They Found
The patient developed epileptic symptoms, lost consciousness, and had tonic spasms while inhaling 100% oxygen in a hyperbaric chamber. Bloodwork revealed leukocytosis (16.0 x 10^9/L), neutrophilia (13 x 10^9/L), and elevated enzymes including AST (56 U/L), ALT (59 U/L), CK (649 U/L), and LDH (398 U/L). He was treated for epilepsy and received hyperbaric oxygen therapy at 2.0 ATA for 70 minutes.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, the findings are not generalizable to a broader patient population.