ArticleBMJ open respiratory research2022
Exploring the impact of pulse oximeter selection within the COVID-19 home-use pulse oximetry pathways.
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- Skin Pigmentation Influence on Pulse Oximetry Accuracy: A Systematic Review and Bibliometric Analysis.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Pooled it
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- Families' perceptions of consumer-grade, inexpensive oxygen saturation monitors.Pediatric pulmonology · 2024Article
- The Accuracy of Readily Available Consumer-Grade Oxygen Saturation Monitors in Pediatric Patients.Respiratory care · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, portable pulse oximeters were issued to some patients to permit home monitoring and alleviate pressure on inpatient wards. Concerns were raised about the accuracy of these devices in some patient groups. This study was conducted in response to these concerns.
objectivesTo evaluate the performance characteristics of five portable pulse oximeters and their suitability for deployment on home-use pulse oximetry pathways created during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study considered the effects of different device models and patient characteristics on pulse oximeter accuracy, false negative and false positive rate.
methodsA total of 915 oxygen saturation (s RESULTS AND
conclusionsAll five portable pulse oximeters appeared to outperform the standard to which they were manufactured. Device model, patient s
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