UHMS Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Indications, 14th edition

Book excerpt: Since its first appearance in 1977, the UHMS Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Indications has served as a guide for practitioners and scientists interested in hyperbaric and undersea medicine. Past UHMS president Richard E. Moon, chair of the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Committee and editor for the 14th edition, along with additional Committee members and leading experts in the field, authored chapters in their respective fields. This publication continues to provide the most current and up-to-date guidance and support in hyperbaric medicine. Updates in the 14th Edition - Revised and updated references - A new chapter summarizing recently published data on trails of HBO2 for chronic traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) - Addition of flowcharts to specific chapters to aid in treatment of decision-making Table of Contents Preface Members of the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Committee I. Background II. Hyperbaric Oxygen: Definition III. Utilization Review For Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy IV. Acceptance (Addition) of New Indications for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy V. List of Abbreviations VI. Author Biographies PART I. Indications 1. Hyperbaric Treatment of Air or Gas Embolism: Current Recommendations 2. Arterial Insufficiencies A. Central Retinal Artery Occlusion B. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Selected Problem Wounds 3. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 4. Clostridial Myonecrosis (Gas Gangrene) 5. The Effect of Hyperbaric Oxygen on Compromised Grafts and Flaps 6. The Role of Hyperbaric Oxygen for Acute Traumatic Ischemias 7. Decompression Sickness 8. Delayed Radiation Injuries (Soft Tissue and Bony Necrosis) and Potential for Future Research 9. Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss 10. Intracranial Abscess 11. Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections 12. Refractory Osteomyelitis 13. Severe Anemia 14. Adjunctive Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in the Treatment of Thermal Burns PART II. Additional Considerations 15. Mechanisms of Action of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy 16. Side Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy 17. Oxygen Pretreatment and Preconditioning 18. Randomized Controlled Trials in Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine 19. Hyperbaric Oxygen for Symptoms Following Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Appendix A. Approved Indications for HBO2 Therapy Index