Hyperbaric oxygen's effect on radiation necrosis.
A great deal of knowledge has been gained regarding the effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy on the healing process. It is important, however, that surgeons use this new form of treatment properly and time surgical intervention appropriately. This article discusses the techniques and effects of this new therapy in the management of radiation necrosis.
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Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.
D000293:Adolescent; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006931:Hyperbaric Oxygenation / Q000009:adverse effects; D008297:Male; D009336:Necrosis; D010025:Osteoradionecrosis / Q000628:therapy; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy*