What Researchers Did
Researchers evaluated the use of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) as an adjunct in 13 patients with radionecrosis at Groote Schuur Hospital between 1975 and 1977.
What They Found
The study evaluated the response of 13 patients to hyperbaric oxygen for radionecrosis, assessing outcomes in terms of pain relief and wound healing. However, the abstract does not provide specific numerical results regarding the extent of improvement in these areas.
What This Means for Canadian Patients
Canadian patients experiencing radionecrosis might consider hyperbaric oxygen as an adjunctive treatment option. This approach could potentially help manage pain and promote wound healing in affected individuals.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection as it was conducted in South Africa.
Study Limitations
A significant limitation is the small sample size of 13 patients, which limits the generalizability of the findings.