Effect of Self-acupressure on Middle Ear Barotrauma Associated With Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Last updated: March 8, 2022
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Hearing Loss

Treatment

N/A

Clinical Study ID

NCT04311437
CMRPG8K0461
  • Ages > 20
  • All Genders

Study Summary

Middle ear barotrauma (MEB) is the most common complication during hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Though Valsalva and Toynbee maneuvers have been proposed to prevent MEB, still some patients discontinue HBOT due to severe otalgia, hemorrhage or perforation of tympanic membrane associated with HBOT. Currently, there is no optimal prophylactic management for MEB associated with HBOT. The aim of this protocol is to investigate the efficacy of self-acupressure therapy on MEB associated with HBOT.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Aged 20 years or order receiving the first HBOT
  • Alert consciousness

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Pregnancy
  • Having any acute disorder of the ears or upper respiratory tract
  • Having evidence of neurologic dysfunction precluding them from making an informeddecision
  • Having a tracheostomy or endotracheal intubation
  • Having received a myringotomy, tympanoplasty, mastoidectomy or tympanostomy tubeplacement.

Study Design

Total Participants: 152
Study Start date:
March 01, 2020
Estimated Completion Date:
February 28, 2023

Connect with a study center

  • Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

    Kaohsiung, 833
    Taiwan

    Active - Recruiting

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