by HBOT News | Sep 20, 2017 | Carcinoma
Abstract: Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is more aggressive and metastatic than other breast cancer types. Cytotoxic chemotherapy is presently the predominant systemic therapy for TNBC patients. This case report highlights the influence of metabolically...
by HBOT News | Sep 16, 2017 | Chronic Wounds
Abstract: To report a case of refractory ulcerated necrobiosis lipoidica (NL) with significant response to treatment with topical tacrolimus. A 55-year-old woman without diabetes and with a previous history of NL presented to the Helen L. and Martin S. Kimmel...
by HBOT News | Sep 12, 2017 | Sarcoma
Abstract: Increasing evidence has indicated that microRNAs (miRNAs/miRs) are associated with tumorigenesis and the development of numerous cancer types. Previous studies have suggested miRNA-491-5p is downregulated in osteosarcoma (OS) and functions as a tumor...
by HBOT News | Sep 8, 2017 | Central Retinal Artery Occlusion
Abstract: Central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO) is considered an ophthalmologic emergency. The prognosis of this disease is very poor. Currently, there is no generally effective therapy available to treat CRAO. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can increase the...
by HBOT News | Sep 5, 2017 | Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Abstract: A 43-year-old male with type 2 diabetes mellitus, treated with insulin for 28 years and with an HbA1c of 7.9% six months prior, suffered from bilateral plantar ulcers refractory to specialised wound care. He underwent a planned 40 sessions of hyperbaric...
