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Arterial-pulse oximetry loops: a new method of monitoring vascular tone.

The Journal of Clinical MonitoringPublished 1 January 1997
Kirk H. Shelley, W. Bosseau Murray, D. Chang
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TL;DR

The off-line calculation of the vascular compliance of the finger is reported and the continuous on-line use of this methodology is suggested as an aid to monitoring the peripheral vascular resistance.

Abstract

By plotting the pulse oximeter waveforms versus the arterial waveforms, multiple volume versus pressure (relative compliance) loops were obtained. Analysis of these loops may assist in the monitoring of vascular compliance.

Keywords

MedicineEngineering