What Researchers Did
The researchers retracted their previously published method for performing continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) in a monoplace hyperbaric chamber, citing a case of iatrogenic bladder rupture.
What They Found
They found that using an IV pump for continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) in a monoplace hyperbaric chamber led to iatrogenic bladder rupture in one reported case, necessitating cystectomy for a woman with hemorrhagic radiation cystitis. Consequently, they retracted their previous method, recommending either a gravity-fed system or delaying hyperbaric oxygen therapy until CBI is no longer required.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
A primary limitation of this study is that the retraction and revised recommendation are based on a single reported case of bladder rupture.