Acute Ischemias

Air or Gas Embolism

Evidence Level A Standard of Care

Intravascular gas bubbles causing arterial obstruction. HBOT reduces bubble volume and promotes nitrogen elimination.

Treatment protocol

Protocol

Pressure

2.8 – 3.0 ATA

Duration

90 min

Sessions

1 – 3 (emergency)

Frequency

Continuous until stable

Evidence basis: UHMS / Emergency Standard

References:

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