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Case Report Phys Ther 1986

Topical hyperbaric oxygenation in the treatment of recalcitrant open wounds. A clinical report

Upson A — Phys Ther, 1986

Tier 2, Indexed

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Summary

What Researchers Did

Researchers presented two case studies examining the use of topical hyperbaric oxygenation (THO) for difficult-to-heal lower leg ulcers, alongside a discussion of conventional wound care treatments.

What They Found

The report attributed improved healing and prevention of amputation in both cases to THO therapy. The study observed success in treating ischaemic lower extremity ulcers with THO, suggesting its efficacy in improving wound healing rates.

Canadian Relevance

No direct Canadian connection identified.

Study Limitations

As a clinical report based on only two case studies, this research lacks a control group and a larger sample size, limiting the generalizability of its findings.

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Study Details

Study Type Case Report
Category Wound Care
Source Pubmed
PubMed ID 3749275
Year Published 1986
Journal Phys Ther
MeSH Terms Abscess; Administration, Topical; Aged; Debridement; Electric Stimulation; Foot; Humans; Hydrotherapy; Hyperbaric Oxygenation; Leg Ulcer; Male; Middle Aged; Smoking; Wound Healing

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