Application of Hyperbaric Oxygen in Middle-aged and Elderly Patients with Chronic Prostatitis and Depression

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the effects and safety of hyperbaric oxygen in middle-aged and elderly patients with chronic prostatitis and depression.

Methods: A total of 120 middle-aged and elderly patients with chronic prostatitis and depression were enrolled at Qingdao's Jiaozhou Central Hospital. Before and after hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the symptom scoring scale (NIH) and Hamilton Depression Scale (ADMH) scores, testosterone levels, and clinical efficacy were all recorded, and the differences were analyzed using correlation analysis and an independent sample t-test.

Results: Compared with patients before hyperbaric oxygen therapy, NIH-CPSIand AMDH scores were lower, and testosterone levels were higher, which was statistically significant (P <0.05).

Conclusion: The effect of hyperbaric oxygen combination on patients with chronic prostatitis and depression is remarkable, and the level of testosterone is significantly improved, which can effectively improve their clinical symptoms and depressive symptoms and improve the quality of life for patients.