Hyperbaric oxygen in the management of wound tissue necrosis after external dacrocystorhinostomy

Saudi J Ophthalmol. 2017 Jul-Sep;31(3):173-176. doi: 10.1016/j.sjopt.2017.03.004. Epub 2017 Mar 19.

Abstract

Hyperbaric oxygen is an adjunctive treatment for promoting wound healing and reducing infection. We present an unusual case of wound tissue necrosis occurring after external dacryocystorhinostomy (ExtDCR) that was subsequently treated with hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) and advancement flaps with good outcome. HBO improves vascularization of ischemic tissues after ExtDCR for greater success after reconstructive surgery.

Keywords: External dacryocystorhinostomy; Hyperbaric oxygen therapy; Tissue necrosis; Treatment.