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Acute Indication • Barrie, Ontario
Gas Gangrene (Clostridial Myonecrosis)
Treatment for gas gangrene, a fast-moving infection that destroys muscle tissue and produces gas.
OHIP Coverage Status
Fully Covered by OHIP
Approved clinical protocol under UHMS & Ontario MOH guidelines • Patient self-referrals & physician referrals accepted
Mechanism of Action
High-pressure oxygen stops the bacteria from producing dangerous toxins and prevents the infection from spreading further.
Clinical Criteria (OHIP/UHMS)
- Clinical signs of profound toxemia and myonecrosis
- Presence of tissue gas
- Positive Gram stain for Clostridia
Treatment Protocol
3.0 ATA for 90 mins. TID for first 24 hours, then BID.
Clinical Outcomes
Reduces the risk of death by 50% when used alongside surgery and strong antibiotics.
Key References & Evidence
Core Literature
- Hirn M. Hyperbaric oxygen in the treatment of gas gangrene and perineal necrotizing fasciitis. Eur J Surg. 1993.
Referral & Consultation for Gas Gangrene (Clostridial Myonecrosis)
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.