Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Terms and Definitions
by Rashmi Gulati, MD
Anemia: A condition in which blood is deficient in red blood cells, hemoglobin, or in total volume.
Anoxic: A severe lack of oxygen likely to result in permanent damage.
Atmospheric pressure: The air pressure experienced under normal conditions at sea level.
Barotrauma: Injury to the body due to changes in barometric pressure.
Debridement: The surgical removal of damaged, dead, or compromised tissue.
Hyperbaric: Higher than atmospheric pressure.
Hypoxia: An abnormal low level of oxygen.
Ischemia: Deficient supply of blood to a body part.
Necrosis: Dead or dying tissues.
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Date of Publication: 09/05/2005
Article Last Updated: 11/17/2011