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
TcPO₂
Transcutaneous oxygen measurement used to assess wound healing potential.
HIF-1α
A cellular oxygen-sensing protein involved in healing signals.
DAN
Divers Alert Network — the 24/7 emergency resource for diving injuries.
Henry's Law
The physical law explaining why pressure forces more oxygen into blood plasma.