Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse Effects
Purpose. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the side effects associated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy and provide recommendations to prevent them in patients with diabetic foot ulcers. Introduction. The use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers remains a conten...
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| author | Arman Vahabi Merve Mert Hüseyin Aytaç Erdem Ilgın Yıldırım Şimşir Meltem Işıkgöz Taşbakan Anıl Murat Öztürk |
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| description | Purpose. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the side effects associated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy and provide recommendations to prevent them in patients with diabetic foot ulcers. Introduction. The use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers remains a contentious issue, and minimizing side effects is critical. While the incidence of side effects related to hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) therapy is low, it is essential to evaluate cases in a multifaceted and interdisciplinary manner to prevent adverse outcomes. Methods. A retrospective cohort study was conducted over the period of 2018–2020, involving a dataset of 100 patients. The primary objective of the study was to examine the frequency and types of side effects experienced by patients who underwent hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) for diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). In addition, we analyzed various wound characteristics, characteristics of hospitalizations, the surgical or medical interventions received by patients, and laboratory parameters including CRP levels, total blood count, culture results, HbA1c levels, duration of diabetes, treatment received for diabetes, and antibiotic therapy regimens. Results. The percentage of patients who experienced side effects was as low as 6%, and none of them were critical. The most common side effect was discomfort due to the confined space in the chamber. Conclusion. Appropriate patient selection, combined with a multidisciplinary approach to evaluate eligibility, is crucial to avoid adverse side effects. Patient education and early screening for side effects are also essential. Since various treatment protocols exist for HBO2 therapy, pooled data from different protocols may be misleading. Further studies focused on side effects with specific indications are necessary. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-554f096662494a3db83c0f8d2be49bba2023-08-02T00:00:02ZengHindawi LimitedInterdisciplinary Perspectives on Infectious Diseases1687-70982023-01-01202310.1155/2023/9154038Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse EffectsArman Vahabi0Merve Mert1Hüseyin Aytaç Erdem2Ilgın Yıldırım Şimşir3Meltem Işıkgöz Taşbakan4Anıl Murat Öztürk5Ege University School of MedicineEge University School of MedicineEge University School of MedicineEge University School of MedicineEge University School of MedicineEge University School of MedicinePurpose. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the side effects associated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy and provide recommendations to prevent them in patients with diabetic foot ulcers. Introduction. The use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers remains a contentious issue, and minimizing side effects is critical. While the incidence of side effects related to hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) therapy is low, it is essential to evaluate cases in a multifaceted and interdisciplinary manner to prevent adverse outcomes. Methods. A retrospective cohort study was conducted over the period of 2018–2020, involving a dataset of 100 patients. The primary objective of the study was to examine the frequency and types of side effects experienced by patients who underwent hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) for diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). In addition, we analyzed various wound characteristics, characteristics of hospitalizations, the surgical or medical interventions received by patients, and laboratory parameters including CRP levels, total blood count, culture results, HbA1c levels, duration of diabetes, treatment received for diabetes, and antibiotic therapy regimens. Results. The percentage of patients who experienced side effects was as low as 6%, and none of them were critical. The most common side effect was discomfort due to the confined space in the chamber. Conclusion. Appropriate patient selection, combined with a multidisciplinary approach to evaluate eligibility, is crucial to avoid adverse side effects. Patient education and early screening for side effects are also essential. Since various treatment protocols exist for HBO2 therapy, pooled data from different protocols may be misleading. Further studies focused on side effects with specific indications are necessary.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2023/9154038 |
| spellingShingle | Arman Vahabi Merve Mert Hüseyin Aytaç Erdem Ilgın Yıldırım Şimşir Meltem Işıkgöz Taşbakan Anıl Murat Öztürk Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse Effects Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Infectious Diseases |
| title | Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse Effects |
| title_full | Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse Effects |
| title_fullStr | Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse Effects |
| title_full_unstemmed | Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse Effects |
| title_short | Safe Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Minimize Adverse Effects |
| title_sort | safe use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers a multidisciplinary approach to minimize adverse effects |
| url | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2023/9154038 |
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