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Can Oxygen Really Be Bad?Can Oxygen Really Be Bad?
Bryan E. Bledsoe, DO, FACEPClinical Professor of Emergency Medicine
University of Nevada School of Medicine
Las Vegas, Nevada
Bryan E. Bledsoe, DO, FACEPClinical Professor of Emergency Medicine
University of Nevada School of Medicine
Las Vegas, Nevada
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Chemistry WarningChemistry Warning
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OxygenOxygen
“Not all chemicals are bad. Without chemicals such as hydrogen and oxygen, for example, there would be no water, a vital ingredient for beer.”
-Dave Barry
“Not all chemicals are bad. Without chemicals such as hydrogen and oxygen, for example, there would be no water, a vital ingredient for beer.”
-Dave Barry
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OxygenOxygen
Oxygen:Diatomic gas
Atomic weight = 15.9994 g-1
Colorless
Tasteless
Third most abundant element in the Universe.
Present in Earth’s atmosphere at 20.95%.
Oxygen:Diatomic gas
Atomic weight = 15.9994 g-1
Colorless
Tasteless
Third most abundant element in the Universe.
Present in Earth’s atmosphere at 20.95%.
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OxygenOxygen
Oxygen is essential for animal life.Oxygen is essential for animal life.
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OxygenOxygen
Oxygen therapy has always been a major component of prehospital care.
Oxygen therapy has always been a major component of prehospital care.
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OxygenOxygen
What do we know now that we didn’t know then?
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OxygenOxygen
In medical school, in 1983, we only received a 1 hour presentation in Year 1 biochemistry on reactive oxygen species.
In medical school, in 1983, we only received a 1 hour presentation in Year 1 biochemistry on reactive oxygen species.
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OxygenOxygen
Now, there are shelves of textbooks on the subject.
Now, there are shelves of textbooks on the subject.
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OxygenOxygen
We are learning that oxygen is a two-edged sword.
It can be beneficial.
It can be harmful.
We are learning that oxygen is a two-edged sword.
It can be beneficial.
It can be harmful.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Oxygen is a highly reactive substance.
It shares electrons between two atoms in order to maintain stability.
Overall, diatomic oxygen has 2 unpaired electrons.
Oxygen is a highly reactive substance.
It shares electrons between two atoms in order to maintain stability.
Overall, diatomic oxygen has 2 unpaired electrons.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Molecules/atoms with unpaired electrons are extremely unstable and highly-reactive.
Molecules/atoms with unpaired electrons are extremely unstable and highly-reactive.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are common in biological systems.
They can exist as a cation or anion:X – e- X+ (radical cation)
Y + e- Y- (radical anion)
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are common in biological systems.
They can exist as a cation or anion:X – e- X+ (radical cation)
Y + e- Y- (radical anion)
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Free Radicals:An atom or group of atoms that has at least one unpaired electron and is therefore unstable and highly reactive. In animal tissues, free radicals can damage cells and are believed to accelerate the progression of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and age-related diseases.
American Heritage Dictionary
Free Radicals:An atom or group of atoms that has at least one unpaired electron and is therefore unstable and highly reactive. In animal tissues, free radicals can damage cells and are believed to accelerate the progression of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and age-related diseases.
American Heritage Dictionary
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are a normal byproduct of the normal metabolism of oxygen.
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are a normal byproduct of the normal metabolism of oxygen.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Free radicals, in normal concentrations, are important in intracellular bacteria and cell-signaling.
Most important free radicals:Superoxide (O2
-)
Hydroxyl radical (OH)
Free radicals, in normal concentrations, are important in intracellular bacteria and cell-signaling.
Most important free radicals:Superoxide (O2
-)
Hydroxyl radical (OH)
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Oxygen produces numerous free-radicals—some more reactive than others:
Superoxide free radical (O2-)
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)
Hydroxyl free radical (OH)
Nitric oxide (NO)
Singlet oxygen (1O2)
Ozone (O3)
Oxygen produces numerous free-radicals—some more reactive than others:
Superoxide free radical (O2-)
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)
Hydroxyl free radical (OH)
Nitric oxide (NO)
Singlet oxygen (1O2)
Ozone (O3)
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
How are free-radicals produced?How are free-radicals produced?
Normal respiration and metabolism.
Exposure to air pollutants.
Sun exposure.
Radiation
Drugs
Viruses
Normal respiration and metabolism.
Exposure to air pollutants.
Sun exposure.
Radiation
Drugs
Viruses
Bacteria
Parasites
Dietary fats
Stress
Injury
Reperfusion
Bacteria
Parasites
Dietary fats
Stress
Injury
Reperfusion
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Most cells receive approximately 10,000 free-radical hits a day.
Enzyme systems can normally process these.
Most cells receive approximately 10,000 free-radical hits a day.
Enzyme systems can normally process these.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
The body has enzyme systems that can process low levels of free radicals.The body has enzyme systems that can process low levels of free radicals.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
The amount of free-radicals is dynamic.
It reflects a balance between:
Number of free-radicals present.
Number of anti-oxidants present.
The amount of free-radicals is dynamic.
It reflects a balance between:
Number of free-radicals present.
Number of anti-oxidants present.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
An excess of free-radicals damages cells and is called oxidative stress.
An excess of free-radicals damages cells and is called oxidative stress.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Diseases associated with free-radicals:Diseases associated with free-radicals:
Arthritis
Cancer
Atherosclerosis
Parkinson’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease
Diabetes
ALS
Arthritis
Cancer
Atherosclerosis
Parkinson’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease
Diabetes
ALS
Neonatal diseases:Intraventricular hemorrhage
Periventricular leukomalacia
Chronic lung disease / bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Retinopathy of prematurity.
Necrotizing enterocolitis.
Neonatal diseases:Intraventricular hemorrhage
Periventricular leukomalacia
Chronic lung disease / bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Retinopathy of prematurity.
Necrotizing enterocolitis.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Many of the changes associated with aging are actually due to the effects of free-radicals.
As we age, the antioxidant enzyme systems work less efficiently.
Many of the changes associated with aging are actually due to the effects of free-radicals.
As we age, the antioxidant enzyme systems work less efficiently.
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
0
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
RatParakeetCanary
H2O2 Leakage from Car-diomyocytes
Lifespan = 3.5 years
Lifespan = 21 years Lifespan =
24 years
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
So, what does all this crap mean to me as an EMS provider?
So, what does all this crap mean to me as an EMS provider?
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The Chemistry of OxygenThe Chemistry of Oxygen
Oxidative stress occurs primarily during reperfusion—not during hypoxia.
Flooding previously ischemic cells with oxygen during reperfusion worsens oxidative stress.
Oxidative stress occurs primarily during reperfusion—not during hypoxia.
Flooding previously ischemic cells with oxygen during reperfusion worsens oxidative stress.
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REPERFUSION INJURYREPERFUSION INJURY
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Reperfusion InjuryReperfusion Injury
Reperfusion injury occurs when oxygen is reintroduced to ischemic tissues.
Organs most affected:Heart
Kidney
Liver
Lung
Intestine
Reperfusion injury occurs when oxygen is reintroduced to ischemic tissues.
Organs most affected:Heart
Kidney
Liver
Lung
Intestine
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Reperfusion InjuryReperfusion Injury
When tissues are reperfused with oxygen, free-radical species are produced.
When tissues are reperfused with oxygen, free-radical species are produced.
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Reperfusion InjuryReperfusion Injury
Reperfusion injury is particularly problematic in:
Stroke
Acute coronary syndrome
Trauma
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Cyanide poisoning
Reperfusion injury is particularly problematic in:
Stroke
Acute coronary syndrome
Trauma
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Cyanide poisoning
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STROKESTROKE
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StrokeStroke
Reperfusion injury in stroke:
Free-radical release.
Leukocyte adhesion and infiltration.
Neuronal breakdown (leading to more free-radicals).
Reperfusion injury in stroke:
Free-radical release.
Leukocyte adhesion and infiltration.
Neuronal breakdown (leading to more free-radicals).
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StrokeStroke
The brain in stroke is vulnerable to oxidative stress:
It contains more fatty acids.
It has few antioxidants.
It has high oxygen consumption.
It has high levels of iron and ascorbate (worse oxidative stress).
Dopamine and glutamine oxidation.
The brain in stroke is vulnerable to oxidative stress:
It contains more fatty acids.
It has few antioxidants.
It has high oxygen consumption.
It has high levels of iron and ascorbate (worse oxidative stress).
Dopamine and glutamine oxidation.
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StrokeStroke
Lactic acid accumulates in the neurons as a consequence of ischemic stroke.
The acidic environment has a pro-oxidant effect:
Increased H2O2 conversion.
Superoxide anion converted to hydroperoxyl radical (HO2).
Increases iron availability for free radical formation.
Lactic acid accumulates in the neurons as a consequence of ischemic stroke.
The acidic environment has a pro-oxidant effect:
Increased H2O2 conversion.
Superoxide anion converted to hydroperoxyl radical (HO2).
Increases iron availability for free radical formation.
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StrokeStrokeMinor or Moderate Strokes Severe Strokes
Variable Oxygen Control Oxygen Control
Survival 81.8% 90.7% 53.4% 47.7%
SSS Score 54 (54-58) 57 (52-58) 47 (28-54) 47 (40-52)
Barthel Index 100 (95-100) 100 (95-100) 70 (32-90) 80 (47-95)
Ronning OM, Guldvog B. Should Stroke Victims Routinely Receive Supplemental Oxygen? A Quasi-Randomized Controlled Trial. Stroke. 1999;30:2033-2037.
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StrokeStroke
“In 1994, the American Heart Association Stroke Council concluded that there were no data to support the routine use of supplemental oxygen in patients who had a stroke.”
“More recently, supplemental oxygen has been suggested to be potentially detrimental.”
“In 1994, the American Heart Association Stroke Council concluded that there were no data to support the routine use of supplemental oxygen in patients who had a stroke.”
“More recently, supplemental oxygen has been suggested to be potentially detrimental.”
Panciolli AM, et al. Supplemental oxygen use in ischemic stroke patients: does utilization correspond to need for oxygen therapy. Arch Intern Med. 2002;162:49-52.
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StrokeStroke
“In non-hypoxic patients with minor or moderate strokes, supplemental oxygen is of no clinical benefit.”
“In non-hypoxic patients with minor or moderate strokes, supplemental oxygen is of no clinical benefit.”
Portier de la Morandiere KP, Walter D. Oxygen therapy in acute stroke. Emergency Medicine Journal. 2003;20:547-553
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StrokeStroke
“Supplemental oxygen should not routinely be given to non-hypoxic stroke victims with minor to moderate strokes.”
“Further evidence is needed to give conclusive advice concerning oxygen supplementation for patients with severe strokes.”
“Supplemental oxygen should not routinely be given to non-hypoxic stroke victims with minor to moderate strokes.”
“Further evidence is needed to give conclusive advice concerning oxygen supplementation for patients with severe strokes.”
Ronning OM, Guldvog B. Should Stroke Victims Routinely Receive Supplemental Oxygen? A Quasi-Randomized Controlled Trial. Stroke. 1999;30:2033-2037.
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StrokeStroke
Prehospital concerns:Prehospital concerns:
Determine time of onset (if possible).
Determine glucose level.
Administer dextrose ONLY if hypoglycemia is verified.
Determine oxygenation status with pulse oximetry.
Determine time of onset (if possible).
Determine glucose level.
Administer dextrose ONLY if hypoglycemia is verified.
Determine oxygenation status with pulse oximetry.
Administer supplemental oxygen if SpO2 is < 95%.
Avoid IV fluids (especially dextrose-containing).
Do not attempt to lower blood pressure.
Administer supplemental oxygen if SpO2 is < 95%.
Avoid IV fluids (especially dextrose-containing).
Do not attempt to lower blood pressure.
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NEONATESNEONATES
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NeonatesNeonates
The prevailing wisdom is that oxygen is harmful to most neonates.
Transition from intrauterine hypoxic environment to extrauterine normoxic environment leads to an acute increase in oxygenation and development of ROS.
The prevailing wisdom is that oxygen is harmful to most neonates.
Transition from intrauterine hypoxic environment to extrauterine normoxic environment leads to an acute increase in oxygenation and development of ROS.
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NeonatesNeonates
Health hazards and morbidities associated with excess oxygen:
Aging
DNA damage
Cancer
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD)
Health hazards and morbidities associated with excess oxygen:
Aging
DNA damage
Cancer
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD)
Sola A, Rogido MR, Deulofeut R. Oxygen as a neonatal health hazard: call for détente in clinical practice. Acta Pediatrica. 2007;96:801-812.
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NeonatesNeonates
Consequences of neonatal resuscitation with supplemental oxygen:
Delayed onset of first cry and sustained respiratory effort.
Consequences of neonatal resuscitation with supplemental oxygen:
Delayed onset of first cry and sustained respiratory effort.
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Martin RJ, Bookatz GB, Gelfand SL, et al. Consequences of Neonatal Resuscitation with Supplemental Oxygen. Semin Perinatol. 2008;32:355-366.
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NeonatesNeonates
1,737 depressed neonates:881 resuscitated with room air
856 resuscitated with 100% oxygen
Mortality:Room air resuscitation: 8.0%
100% oxygen resuscitation: 13.0%
Neonatal mortality reduced with room air resuscitation.
1,737 depressed neonates:881 resuscitated with room air
856 resuscitated with 100% oxygen
Mortality:Room air resuscitation: 8.0%
100% oxygen resuscitation: 13.0%
Neonatal mortality reduced with room air resuscitation.
Davis PG, Tan A, O’Donnell CP, et al: Resuscitation of newborn infants with 100% oxygen or air: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Lancet 364:1329-1333, 2004
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Neonates resuscitated with room air had lower mortality in the first week of life (OR 0.70, 95% CI 0.50-0.98) and at 1 month and beyond (OR 0.63, 95% CI 0.42-0.94).
Room air is superior to 100% oxygen for initial resuscitation.
Neonates resuscitated with room air had lower mortality in the first week of life (OR 0.70, 95% CI 0.50-0.98) and at 1 month and beyond (OR 0.63, 95% CI 0.42-0.94).
Room air is superior to 100% oxygen for initial resuscitation.
Rabi Y, Rabi D, Yee W: Room air resuscitation of the depressed newborn: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Resuscitation 72:353-363, 2007
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NeonatesNeonates
Supplementary oxygen is recommended whenever positive-pressure ventilation is indicated for resuscitation
Free-flow oxygen should be administered to infants who are breathing but have central cyanosis.
Supplementary oxygen is recommended whenever positive-pressure ventilation is indicated for resuscitation
Free-flow oxygen should be administered to infants who are breathing but have central cyanosis.
American Heart Association. 2005 American Heart Association guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) of pediatric and neonatal patients: pediatric basic life support. Circulation. 2005;13:IV1-203.
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NeonatesNeonates
Although the standard approach to resuscitation is to use 100% oxygen, it is reasonable to begin resuscitation with an oxygen concentration of less than 100% or to start with no supplementary oxygen (i.e., start with room air).
Although the standard approach to resuscitation is to use 100% oxygen, it is reasonable to begin resuscitation with an oxygen concentration of less than 100% or to start with no supplementary oxygen (i.e., start with room air).
American Heart Association. 2005 American Heart Association guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) of pediatric and neonatal patients: pediatric basic life support. Circulation. 2005;13:IV1-203.
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NeonatesNeonates
If the clinician begins resuscitation with room air, it is recommended that supplementary oxygen be available to use if there is no appreciable improvement within 90 seconds after birth.
If the clinician begins resuscitation with room air, it is recommended that supplementary oxygen be available to use if there is no appreciable improvement within 90 seconds after birth.
American Heart Association. 2005 American Heart Association guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) of pediatric and neonatal patients: pediatric basic life support. Circulation. 2005;13:IV1-203.
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ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME
ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME
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Acute Coronary SyndromeAcute Coronary Syndrome
“In acute uncomplicated MI, there is no evidence that supplemental oxygen reduces mortality. However, there is no evidence of harm. Further research is required before changes in clinical practice should be recommended.”
“In acute uncomplicated MI, there is no evidence that supplemental oxygen reduces mortality. However, there is no evidence of harm. Further research is required before changes in clinical practice should be recommended.”
Mackway-Jones K. Oxygen in uncomplicated myocardial infarction. Emerg Med J. 2004;21:75-81.
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POST-CARDIAC ARRESTPOST-CARDIAC ARREST
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Post-Cardiac ArrestPost-Cardiac Arrest
Post-cardiac arrest brain injury is a common cause of morbidity and mortality.
68% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests
23% of in-hospital cardiac arrests
Causes:Limited tolerance of ischemia
Unique response to reperfusion
Post-cardiac arrest brain injury is a common cause of morbidity and mortality.
68% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests
23% of in-hospital cardiac arrests
Causes:Limited tolerance of ischemia
Unique response to reperfusion
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Post-Cardiac ArrestPost-Cardiac Arrest
Burst of ROS has been observed in cardiomyocytes in the first few minutes of reperfusion.
Antioxidants and other cardioprotective measures diminish during the reperfusion burst.
Burst of ROS has been observed in cardiomyocytes in the first few minutes of reperfusion.
Antioxidants and other cardioprotective measures diminish during the reperfusion burst.
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TRAUMATRAUMA
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TraumaTrauma
Charity Hospital (1/1/2000-9/30/2002):
5,549 trauma patients by EMS459 received assisted ventilation and excluded)
5,090 remaining prehospital patients:2,203 (43.3%) received prehospital oxygen
2,887 (56.7%) did not receive prehospital oxygen
Charity Hospital (1/1/2000-9/30/2002):
5,549 trauma patients by EMS459 received assisted ventilation and excluded)
5,090 remaining prehospital patients:2,203 (43.3%) received prehospital oxygen
2,887 (56.7%) did not receive prehospital oxygen
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TraumaTrauma
Age, ISS and Mortality by Oxygen Device
Variable Oxygen No Oxygen P
Age (mean ) 31.8 16.3 31.0 17.3 0.0911
ISS (mean ) 7.6 8.7 5.7 6.0 <0.0001
Mortality 2.3% 1.1% 0.0011
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TraumaTrauma
MORTALITYMORTALITY
OVERALL BLUNT PENETRATING0.00.51.01.52.02.53.03.54.04.55.0
OxygenNone
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TraumaTrauma
“Our analysis suggest that there is no survival benefit to the use of supplemental oxygen in the prehospital setting in traumatized patients who do not require mechanical ventilation or airway protection.”
“Our analysis suggest that there is no survival benefit to the use of supplemental oxygen in the prehospital setting in traumatized patients who do not require mechanical ventilation or airway protection.”
Stockinger ZT, McSwain NE. Prehospital Supplemental Oxygen in Trauma Patients: Its Efficacy and Implications for Military Medical Care. Mil Med. 2004;169:609-612.
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CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
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CO PoisoningCO Poisoning
Mechanism of CO poisoning much more complex than once thought.
Oxidative stress is a known complication:
Mechanism of CO poisoning much more complex than once thought.
Oxidative stress is a known complication:
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CO PoisoningCO Poisoning
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Source: Thom SR, Bhopale VM, Han S-T, Clark JM, Hardy KR. “Intravascular Neutrophil Activation Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.” Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2006;174:1239-1248
1. CO binds to platelet hemoproteins and increases NO efflux.
2. Platelet-derived NO reacts with neutrophil-derived superoxide which activates platelets and causes platelet-neutrophil aggregates.
3. Reactive products and adhesion molecules promote firm aggregation and stimulate degranulation of neutrophils.
4. Endothelial cells acitaved by myeloperoxidase facilitating firm neutrophil adhesion and further degranulation.
5. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) initiate lipid peroxidation and adducts interact with brain myelin basic protein. The altered myelin basic protein triggers an adaptive immunologic response that causes neurologic dysfunction.
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CO PoisoningCO Poisoning
15 months post-CO exposure
Basal ganglia
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CO PoisoningCO Poisoning29 y.o woman with acute CO exposure (note globus pallidus)
1 Day 2 Weeks 2 Months
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CO PoisoningCO Poisoning
Oxygenate, ventilate, or both?
Hyperventilation can eliminate CO as rapidly as HBO.
Increasing CO2 levels may increase ventilation without oxygenation.
Oxygenate, ventilate, or both?
Hyperventilation can eliminate CO as rapidly as HBO.
Increasing CO2 levels may increase ventilation without oxygenation.
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CO PoisoningCO Poisoning
What about HBO chambers?What about HBO chambers?
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CO PoisoningCO Poisoning
In this trial, in which both groups received high doses of oxygen, HBO therapy did not benefit, and may have worsened, the outcome. We cannot recommend its use in CO poisoning.
In this trial, in which both groups received high doses of oxygen, HBO therapy did not benefit, and may have worsened, the outcome. We cannot recommend its use in CO poisoning.
Scheinkestal CD, Bailey M, Myles PS, et al. Hyperbaric or normobaric oxygen for acute carbon monoxide poisoning: a randomised controlled trial. Med J Aust. 1999;170:203-210.
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CO PoisoningCO PoisoningThere is conflicting evidence regarding the efficacy of HBO treatment for patients with CO poisoning. Methodological shortcomings are evident in all published trials, with empiric evidence of bias in some, particularly those that suggest a benefit of HBO. Bayesian analysis further illustrates the uncertainty about a meaningful clinical benefit. Consequently, firm guidelines regarding the use of HBO for patients with CO poisoning cannot be established. Further research is needed to better define the role of HBO, if any, in the treatment of CO poisoning.
There is conflicting evidence regarding the efficacy of HBO treatment for patients with CO poisoning. Methodological shortcomings are evident in all published trials, with empiric evidence of bias in some, particularly those that suggest a benefit of HBO. Bayesian analysis further illustrates the uncertainty about a meaningful clinical benefit. Consequently, firm guidelines regarding the use of HBO for patients with CO poisoning cannot be established. Further research is needed to better define the role of HBO, if any, in the treatment of CO poisoning.
Buckley NA, Isbister GH, Stokes B, Juurlink JM. Hyperbaric oxygen for carbon monoxide poisoning: a sytematic review and critical analysis of the evidence. Tox Rev. 2005;24:75-92.
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RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE BRITISH THORACIC
SOCIETY
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE BRITISH THORACIC
SOCIETY
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Do all breathless patients benefit from oxygen therapy?
Amongst healthcare professionals there is a widespread belief that oxygen relieves breathlessness, yet there is no evidence that this is the case, providing that oxygen levels in the blood are normal (which is true in many serious illnesses, even if breathlessness is present). In fact, giving oxygen when blood saturation levels are normal will produce hyperoxia which may stimulate reflexes that actually reduce the blood flow to organs such as the heart and might therefore reduce the delivery of oxygen to these vital organs.
Do all breathless patients benefit from oxygen therapy?
Amongst healthcare professionals there is a widespread belief that oxygen relieves breathlessness, yet there is no evidence that this is the case, providing that oxygen levels in the blood are normal (which is true in many serious illnesses, even if breathlessness is present). In fact, giving oxygen when blood saturation levels are normal will produce hyperoxia which may stimulate reflexes that actually reduce the blood flow to organs such as the heart and might therefore reduce the delivery of oxygen to these vital organs.
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Can the routine administration of high-dose oxygen to all sick patients have any harmful effects?
Unnecessary oxygen therapy can hinder the efforts of healthcare professionals by delaying the recognition of patient deterioration due to the false reassurance that can be provided by a high oxygen saturation reading. Additionally, patients with some lung diseases, such as COPD, are sensitive to oxygen and an excess can have harmful consequences.
Can the routine administration of high-dose oxygen to all sick patients have any harmful effects?
Unnecessary oxygen therapy can hinder the efforts of healthcare professionals by delaying the recognition of patient deterioration due to the false reassurance that can be provided by a high oxygen saturation reading. Additionally, patients with some lung diseases, such as COPD, are sensitive to oxygen and an excess can have harmful consequences.
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Oxygen is a treatment for hypoxaemia, not breathlessness. (Oxygen has not been shown to have any effect on the sensation of breathlessness in non-hypoxaemic patients.)
Oxygen is a treatment for hypoxaemia, not breathlessness. (Oxygen has not been shown to have any effect on the sensation of breathlessness in non-hypoxaemic patients.)
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The essence of this guideline can be summarised simply as a requirement for oxygen to be prescribed according to a target saturation range and for those who administer oxygen therapy to monitor the patient and keep within the target saturation range.
The essence of this guideline can be summarised simply as a requirement for oxygen to be prescribed according to a target saturation range and for those who administer oxygen therapy to monitor the patient and keep within the target saturation range.
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The guideline suggests aiming to achieve normal or near-normal oxygen saturation for all acutely ill patients apart from those at risk of hypercapnic respiratory failure or those receiving terminal palliative care.
The guideline suggests aiming to achieve normal or near-normal oxygen saturation for all acutely ill patients apart from those at risk of hypercapnic respiratory failure or those receiving terminal palliative care.
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Generally, try to keep SpO2 between 92-96%.
Treat only documented hypoxemia unless patient critically ill.
Generally, try to keep SpO2 between 92-96%.
Treat only documented hypoxemia unless patient critically ill.
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PREHOSPITAL IMPLICATIONSPREHOSPITAL IMPLICATIONS
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Prehospital ImplicationsPrehospital Implications
This presentation has presented current and cutting edge information on oxygen usage and oxidative stress.
We don’t know where subsequent science will take us.
Always follow local protocols and policies in regard to patient care!
This presentation has presented current and cutting edge information on oxygen usage and oxidative stress.
We don’t know where subsequent science will take us.
Always follow local protocols and policies in regard to patient care!
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Prehospital ImplicationsPrehospital Implications
What is the status of these issues:What is the status of these issues:Condition Status Action
Neonatal Resuscitation AHA Standard Room air unless failure after 90 seconds
Stroke Flux Use oximetry to guide care
Myocardial infarction Flux Use oximetry to guide care
Post-resuscitation management Flux Use oximetry to guide care
Trauma Inadequate Evidence Practice unchanged. Use pulse oximetry to guide care
Carbon monoxide Flux Time dependent
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Prehospital ImplicationsPrehospital Implications
Use pulse oximeters to determine the need for supplemental oxygen and to monitor oxygen levels during care.
Use pulse oximeters to determine the need for supplemental oxygen and to monitor oxygen levels during care.
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Prehospital ImplicationsPrehospital Implications
Rationalizing the O2 administration using pulse-oximetry reduces O2 usage.
Oxygen cost-saving justifies oximeter purchase:
Where patient volume > 1,750 per year.
Less frequently for lower call volumes, or
Mean transport time is < 23 minutes.
Rationalizing the O2 administration using pulse-oximetry reduces O2 usage.
Oxygen cost-saving justifies oximeter purchase:
Where patient volume > 1,750 per year.
Less frequently for lower call volumes, or
Mean transport time is < 23 minutes.
Macnab AJ, SusakL, Gagnon FA, Sun C. The cost-benefit of pulse oximeter use in the prehospital environment. Prehosp Emerg Care. 1999:14:245-250.
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Use of OxygenUse of Oxygen
Hypoxia
Nausea and vomiting
Motion sickness
Hypoxia
Nausea and vomiting
Motion sickness
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Take Home Message Take Home Message
Oxygen should be treated like any other drug.
It has benefits and risks.
Empiric use is not a good practice.
Use oximetry to guide care.
Oxygen should be treated like any other drug.
It has benefits and risks.
Empiric use is not a good practice.
Use oximetry to guide care.
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Take Home MessageTake Home Message
As this evolves, I suspect that the usage of oxygen will be curtailed in prehospital care.
It is time to change from empiric therapy to focused therapy.
As this evolves, I suspect that the usage of oxygen will be curtailed in prehospital care.
It is time to change from empiric therapy to focused therapy.