What Researchers Did
Researchers reported on a woman with severe eye complications from Steven Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis who underwent multiple reconstructive surgeries, followed by hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
What They Found
After 17 daily hyperbaric oxygen therapy sessions and 3 months of autoserum drops, the patient's left eye vision increased from counting fingers to 0.4. When fitted with a scleral contact lens, her vision further improved to 0.8.
What This Means for Canadian Patients
For Canadian patients suffering from severe ocular complications of Steven Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, this case suggests that HBOT might support surgical graft success and reduce inflammation. While not a cure, it could potentially aid in improving vision after complex eye surgeries for this devastating condition.
Canadian Relevance
No direct Canadian connection identified.