1917 oxygen in treating war gas injuries
Modern era of oxygen therapy began after World War I.
Publication of Haldane's experience in treating war gas injuries.
The therapeutic administration of oxygen.
By J.S. Haldane, M.D..
F.R.S. British Medical Journal.
February 10, 1917.
Pages 181-183:
Administration of oxygen.
Often produces benefit in cases of serious interference with respiratory or circulatory functions.
Respiration physiology knowledge advanced rapidly.
I have seen cyanosis in a case of valvular disease clear up at once.