Optimal frequency of hyperbaric oxygenation courses in noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus

Abstract

Repeated courses of hyperbaric oxygenation (HBO) in patients with noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDM) are much more effective than a single course as regards their favorable influence on carbohydrate metabolism and hormonal and metabolic parameters (recovery of residual insulin secretion and suppression of secretion of contrinsulin hormones). Three courses of HBO administered to NIDM patients at 4 months intervals are more effective than two courses at 6 months interval; at the same time during a three-course modality the maximal favorable HBO effect on the hormonal and metabolic status is attained after the second course, and the third one only fortifies the attained favorable effect.