Title of article :
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Author/Authors :
Mehta, Vandana Kasturba Medical College - Department of Skin and STD, India , De, Abishek Kasturba Medical College - Department of Skin and STD, India , Balachandran, C. Kasturba Medical College - Department of Skin and STD, India
Abstract :
Hyperbaric O2 therapy (HBOT) or hyperoxygenation is a method of administering pure O2 at a higher atmospheric pressure in a pressurized chamber in order to treat a medical condition. This review focuses on the mechanism of action, treatment protocol, indications and the contraindications of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Keywords :
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Journal title :
Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
Journal title :
Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
