Undersea & hyperbaric medicine : journal of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, Inc
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Stroke-Related Sudden Hearing Loss: A Case Report

Apr 14, 2026

This case report investigates the efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) in improving hearing levels in a 74-year-old male patient who experienced sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) following a stroke. Despite initial treatments with steroids showing no significant improvement, the patient demonstrated notable recovery in hearing function after undergoing 14 sessions of HBOT. The findings suggest that HBOT may be a beneficial therapeutic option for SSNHL in stroke patients.

Laptop-style point-of-care ultrasound machines in the multiplace hyperbaric oxygen treatment chamber

Apr 14, 2026

The authors aimed to assess the feasibility and reliability of modern laptop-style point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) machines in a multiplace hyperbaric oxygen (HBO₂) treatment chamber, addressing concerns about fire risk associated with electronic devices in this environment. Their findings indicate that all tested machines functioned safely and effectively at various pressures, with no fire incidents and reliable imaging capabilities confirmed across different POCUS sequences. This study supports the use of specific POCUS machines in critical care settings within HBO₂ chambers.

Dysbaric osteonecrosis: Case series osteonecrosis in divers

Apr 14, 2026

The authors investigate the occurrence of dysbaric osteonecrosis (DON) in divers, specifically examining its potential link to previous decompression sickness (DCS) in the context of red coral diving in Algeria. Through three case reports, they highlight the severity of DON and advocate for early MRI evaluations in divers experiencing musculoskeletal pain post-DCS to identify and manage potential osteo-medullary damage before it progresses to osteonecrosis.