Glossary
Angiogenesis
The growth of new blood vessels — a key long-term effect of HBOT.
Angiogenesis is the formation of new blood vessels from existing ones. Repeated hyperbaric sessions stimulate angiogenesis in oxygen-starved tissue, durably improving its blood supply — the basis of HBOT's benefit in radiation injury and chronic wounds.
More terms
DAN
Divers Alert Network — the 24/7 emergency resource for diving injuries.
Multiplace chamber
A walk-in chamber holding several patients, pressurized with air.
Air break
A scheduled pause breathing normal air during a session to prevent oxygen toxicity.
Decompression sickness
Illness from nitrogen bubbles forming after rapid ascent from depth.