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Acute Indication • Barrie, Ontario
Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections
Treatment for severe, rapidly spreading bacterial infections of the deep layers of skin and tissues (e.g., necrotizing fasciitis).
OHIP Coverage Status
Fully Covered by OHIP
Approved clinical protocol under UHMS & Ontario MOH guidelines • Patient self-referrals & physician referrals accepted
Mechanism of Action
Increases tissue oxygen tension to levels that inhibit toxin production by certain bacteria (like Clostridium) and enhances the bacterial-killing ability of white blood cells.
Clinical Criteria (OHIP/UHMS)
- Confirmed necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Used in conjunction with aggressive surgical debridement and broad-spectrum antibiotics
Treatment Protocol
2.0 - 2.5 ATA for 90 mins, BID or TID initially.
Clinical Outcomes
Significantly reduces mortality and the extent of surgical amputations required.
Key References & Evidence
Core Literature
- Wilkinson D, MacFie CC. Hyperbaric oxygen treatment for necrotizing soft tissue infections. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004.
Referral & Consultation for Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections
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.