Research Studies

Published research on HBOT for Thermal Burns

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These publications include different levels of evidence—not necessarily clinical trials. PubMed indexing is not proof of benefit or an endorsement. Summaries are based on available PubMed abstracts, not a formal full-text quality assessment. Read the limitations as well as the findings; some papers report no benefit or potential harms.

Systematic review 2004

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for thermal burns. (opens PubMed in a new tab)

Villanueva E; Bennett MH; Wasiak J; Lehm JP — The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

Plain English Summary

The Cochrane review found insufficient evidence to support or refute HBOT for thermal burns.

Limitations & context: Only two eligible trials were available, both of poor methodological quality, with inconsistent findings.

View on PubMed · PMID 15266540

Clinical review 2021

Update on hyperbaric oxygen therapy in burn treatment. (opens PubMed in a new tab)

Weitgasser L; Ihra G; Schäfer B; Markstaller K; Radtke C — Wiener klinische Wochenschrift

Plain English Summary

Reviews proposed benefits and clinical evidence for HBOT in burn care and finds insufficient evidence for routine use.

Limitations & context: Promising animal results and small clinical studies are not enough to establish effectiveness or cost-effectiveness.

View on PubMed · PMID 31701218

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting HBOT or any treatment. Individual results may vary.