The impact of hyperbaric oxygen therapy on serological values of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF).
Abstract: Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy is an effective adjunct treatment for ischemic disorders such as chronic infection or chronic wounds. It combines hyperoxic effects with the stimulating potential of post-therapeutic reactive hypoxia. As its crucial effects,...Clinical Trial – Outcome Following Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Children
Carbon monoxide poisoning is common. Many adults with CO poisoning have long-term, even
permanent brain injury following poisoning. However, very little is known about the long-term
outcome of children with carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. In this study we plan to perform
cognitive (thinking) and vestibular (balance) testing in children (ages 6 to 16)at 6 weeks
and 6 months following CO poisoning.
At the 6-week visit, if the child and parents agree, we will ask each child to provide a DNA
sample by one of three methods: mouthwash, spit collection, or swabbing the inside of the
child’s cheek. Each child’s DNA will be analyzed for genes that are known to affect outcome
following brain injury.
Clinical Trial – Preconditioning With Hyperbaric Oxygen in Cardiovascular Surgery
Animal studies have shown that preconditioning with hyperbaric oxygen can induce central
nervous system and heart ischemic tolerance. This study was designed to determine the
protective effect of hyperbaric oxygen preconditioning on brain and myocardium
ischemia-reperfusion injury during coronary artery bypass graft surgery.