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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Contraindications

Rohin Gawdi, Jaime Yrastorza  1 , Jeffrey S. Cooper  2
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan.
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Contraindications

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Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) involves exposing the body to a pressurized environment at a minimum of 1.4 atmospheres absolute (ATA) with 100% oxygen inspiration. Selecting an appropriate treatment plan requires considering both the potential risks and benefits. Although HBOT is generally well tolerated, candidates, especially those with chronic medical conditions, should undergo thorough evaluation before initiating treatment.

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Disclosure: Rohin Gawdi declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Jaime Yrastorza declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Jeffrey Cooper declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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