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1Department of Anesthesiology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA.
Middle East Journal of Anaesthesiology
|May 3, 2013
Summary
Cerebral oximetry, a technique for measuring brain oxygen, is now a reliable tool. It assesses cerebral oxygenation and tissue oxygenation in other organs.
Area of Science:
- Physiology
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Cerebral oximetry has a 30-year history with variable reliability.
- Recent advancements have led to approved monitors in the US and globally.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the emerging utility of cerebral oximetry.
- To discuss its application in assessing cerebral oxygenation and tissue perfusion.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent advancements in cerebral oximetry technology.
- Analysis of the application of cerebral oximetry in clinical settings.
Main Results:
- Cerebral oximetry is now recognized as a valuable tool.
- The technique effectively assesses cerebral oxygenation.
- It also monitors tissue oxygenation and perfusion in other organs.
Conclusions:
- Cerebral oximetry has overcome historical limitations.
- It is a valuable method for monitoring oxygenation and perfusion beyond the brain.
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