Myopic Shift in Patients During Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment: A Systematic Review

Introduction

CReversible myopic shift (MS) is a common side effect of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBO₂) resulting from refractive changes in the lens. Single studies indicate that the myopic shift increases with longer duration of HBO₂ and may differ between hyperbaric chamber types and oxygen breathing systems. This review aims to improve knowledge on the frequency and magnitude of myopic shift after standard-length HBO₂.

Methods