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Acute Indication • Barrie, Ontario
Thermal Burns
A supportive therapy for serious burns aimed at preserving damaged tissue and reducing the need for intensive fluid resuscitation.
OHIP Coverage Status
Fully Covered by OHIP
Approved clinical protocol under UHMS & Ontario MOH guidelines • Patient self-referrals & physician referrals accepted
Mechanism of Action
Limits fluid leakage from damaged vessels to reduce swelling by about 20% while providing enough oxygen to keep borderline-damaged tissue alive.
Clinical Criteria (OHIP/UHMS)
- Deep partial or full-thickness burns
- Involvement of face, hands, or perineum
- Significant total body surface area (TBSA)
Treatment Protocol
2.0 ATA for 90 mins, initially BID for 48-72 hours.
Clinical Outcomes
Lowers the requirement for skin grafts, speeds up recovery time, and improves survival rates for patients with major burns.
Key References & Evidence
Core Literature
- Cianci P, et al. Adjunctive hyperbaric oxygen in the treatment of thermal burns: An economic analysis. J Burn Care Rehabil. 1990.
Referral & Consultation for Thermal Burns
Fully covered by OHIP. Both physician referrals and patient self-referrals are accepted online or via fax at (705) 881-1119. For urgent or time-sensitive indications, please contact our Barrie clinic directly.