Middle ear barotrauma based on the side effects of individualized Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: an analysis of the relief time of earache after pressure regulation under different treatment regimens

This article focuses on the side effects of middle ear barotrauma (MEB) during hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and provides an in-depth analysis of the treatment options under three different treatment regimens. Through retrospective analysis, it was found that specific pressure regulation strategies can significantly shorten the time to relieve otalgia, which provides a scientific basis for optimizing the treatment process of HBOT. However, as a common complication of HBOT, MEB not only affects the treatment experience of patients, but also may hinder the treatment process, so this study has important clinical significance and practical value. It was concluded in this study that regimen 1 (compression for 20 minutes, maintenance at 0.06 MPa for 40 minutes, and post-decompression phase for 17 minutes) could minimize the occurrence of MEB side effects.