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P Vera-Cruz¹, J Croca, C Zagalo

¹Serviço de Otorrinolaringologia, Hospital da Marinha, Lisboa, Portugal.

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Summary

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Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) therapy significantly improves nasal airflow, particularly during treatment sessions. This enhancement in nasal peak inspiratory flow (NPIF) may benefit patients with nasal or sinus conditions.

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Area of Science:

Pulmonary Medicine
Otolaryngology
Hyperbaric Medicine

Background:

Nasal airflow is crucial for respiratory health.
Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) therapy involves breathing pure oxygen at increased atmospheric pressure.
The effects of HBO2 on nasal airflow are not well understood.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the impact of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) treatment on nasal peak inspiratory flow (NPIF) in patients.
To determine if HBO2 therapy alters nasal airflow measurements.

Main Methods:

Nasal peak inspiratory flow (NPIF) was measured in 13 patients undergoing HBO2 therapy.
Measurements were taken during HBO2 treatment, 5 minutes before, and 5 minutes after sessions.
Statistical analysis used repeated measures ANOVA to compare NPIF values across timings.

Main Results:

NPIF values were significantly higher inside the HBO2 chamber compared to pre- and post-treatment measurements.
A small but significant increase in NPIF was observed 5 minutes after treatment compared to before.
NPIF did not further increase with repeated HBO2 sessions, indicating a plateau effect.

Conclusions:

HBO2 therapy leads to a significant, albeit temporary, improvement in nasal airflow.
The enhancement in nasal airflow is primarily observed during the HBO2 treatment period.
Further research is needed to elucidate the specific roles of increased pressure and oxygen concentration in nasal airflow changes.