Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for pets - benefits and uses
By Braswell, Cheryl & Crowe, D Tim·Published in Compendium (Yardley, PA)·2012·Pet Emergency & Specialty Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Plain-English summary
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is becoming a promising treatment in veterinary medicine for various health issues where getting more oxygen to the body's tissues is important. This therapy works by increasing the amount of oxygen in the blood and helping to reduce the size of gas bubbles that can form in the body. Each time a pet undergoes this treatment, it can trigger additional positive effects on their health. The article discusses what HBOT is, its benefits, when it might be used or avoided, possible side effects, and what the future holds for this therapy in treating small animals. Overall, HBOT shows potential as an effective option for certain conditions in pets.
Abstract
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is emerging in veterinary medicine as an effective treatment or adjunct therapy for a variety of disorders in which improving oxygen delivery to tissues is a priority. The primary mechanisms of action of HBOT are (1) immediate hyperoxygenation of plasma and tissues and (2) decreased gas bubble (air embolus) size. With each hyperbaric 'dive,' secondary physiologic effects are set into motion. This article provides an introduction to HBOT, as well as its benefits, potential indications, contraindications, complications, and future directions in small animal veterinary medicine.
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