Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) and diabetic foot ulcer outcomes: A novel approach
Research findings on the impact of HBO on diabetic ulcer outcomes varies considerably. Some studies note a positive effect of HBO on outcomes, while other studies are less conclusive (de Smet et al., 2017). Studies of HBO and outcomes often face a number of methodological limitations such as inadequate sample size or limited external validity. As a result, questions remain regarding the efficacy of therapy.
In order to address gaps in knowledge regarding HBO and the diabetic ulcer, Healogics commissioned a third-party academic health services research group to conduct a HBO outcomes study. The primary research question is what is the effect of HBO on wound healing and amputation in Wagner grade 3 and 4 diabetic ulcers? All data analyses were conducted by the external research group. The findings of the full study will be developed for peer-review; however, a subset of the key findings is reported here.
