Massive air embolism as a complication of upper gastrointestinal endoscopy: A case report illustrating a stroke mimic, literature review, and suggested management.
Abstract: Cerebral air embolism should be considered in case of stroke symptoms during any invasive procedure. Transport to a hospital with neurosurgical/hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) facility could improve the outcome for the patient. Absence of air on computed...
The Effect of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy on Functional Impairments Caused by Ischemic Stroke.
While research suggests a benefit of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for neurologic injury, controlled clinical trials have not been able to clearly define the benefits. To investigate the effects of HBOT on physical and cognitive impairments resulting from an ischemic stroke. Using a within-subject design a baseline for current functional abilities was established over a 3-month period for all subjects (n=7). Each subject then received two 4-week periods of HBOT for a total of 40 90-minute treatments over a 12-week period. Subjects completed a battery of assessments and had blood drawn six times over the 9-month total duration of the study.
Carinal surgery: A single-institution experience spanning 2 decades.
Abstract: Complete resection of neoplasms involving the carina are technically challenging and have high operative morbidity and mortality. This study examines the last 2 decades of clinical experience at our institution. Medical records were retrospectively reviewed...
Salivary hypofunction: An update on therapeutic strategies.
Abstract: To perform a literature review addressing the therapeutic strategies for salivary hypofunction. Qualitative and quantitative salivary dysfunctions predispose to changes in the oral mucosa and teeth, cause impairment to oral functions and negative impact on...
Glutathione: Antioxidant Properties Dedicated to Nanotechnologies
Abstract Which scientist has never heard of glutathione (GSH)? This well-known low-molecular-weight tripeptide is perhaps the most famous natural antioxidant. However, the interest in GSH should not be restricted to its redox properties. This multidisciplinary review...
HSP-70-Mediated Hyperbaric Oxygen Reduces Brain and Pulmonary Edema and Cognitive Deficits in Rats in a Simulated High-Altitude Exposure.
Abstract: High-mountain sickness is characterized by brain and pulmonary edema and cognitive deficits. The definition can be fulfilled by a rat model of high-altitude exposure (HAE) used in the present study. This study aimed to investigate the protective effect of...
Hyperbaric Oxygen Increases Stem Cell Proliferation, Angiogenesis and Wound-Healing Ability of WJ-MSCs in Diabetic Mice.
Abstract: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is effective for the medical treatment of diverse diseases, infections, and tissue injury. In fact, in recent years there is growing evidence on the beneficial effect of HBOT on non-healing ischemic wounds. However, there is...
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can improve the effectiveness of adalimumab in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: report of a case.
Abstract: None Marasca, Vivona, Annunziata, Cacciapuoti, Capasso, Ciotola, Russo, Fabbrocini, (2018). Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can improve the effectiveness of adalimumab in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: report of a case. Giornale italiano di dermatologia e...
The Effect of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy on Myocardial Perfusion after the Implantation of Drug-Eluting Stents.
Abstract: The study is to investigate hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) on myocardial perfusion of patients after the implantation of drug-eluting stents (DES) METHODS: From December 2013 to December 2015, a total of 115 patients with CAD who received DES implantation...