What Researchers Did
Researchers described a case of severe pulmonary oedema in a 56-year-old woman following hyperbaric oxygen therapy for acute carbon monoxide poisoning.
What They Found
After hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the patient developed severe pulmonary oedema and shock, with a heart rate of 140 bpm, blood pressure of 60/40 mmHg, respiratory rate of 38 bpm, and oxygen saturation of 84%. Following intensive treatment, her condition gradually improved, and pulmonary CT showed marked improvement, with no abnormal symptoms reported at a two-year follow-up.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection as it is a case report from outside Canada.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, the findings may not be generalizable to all patients receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy for carbon monoxide poisoning.