Continuous and Non-Invasive Lactate Monitoring Techniques in Critical Care Patients
Jose-Luis Lafuente1,2, Samuel González1,3, Clara Aibar1,2
1IASalud, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón, 28670 Madrid, Spain.
Biosensors
|March 27, 2024
Summary
Continuous, non-invasive lactate monitoring using advanced sensors offers a promising alternative to traditional blood sampling for critical care patients. This approach aims to improve prognostic accuracy and patient comfort.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Critical Care Medicine
- Sensor Technology
Background:
- Lactate is a crucial prognostic biomarker in critical care.
- Current lactate detection methods involve invasive, infrequent blood sampling.
- Existing methods are resource-intensive, time-consuming, and cause patient discomfort.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review non-invasive sensors for continuous lactate monitoring in critical care.
- To explore the iontophoresis system and interface materials for sensor integration.
- To discuss the design of intelligent sensors for enhanced clinical decision-making.
Main Methods:
- Review of non-invasive sensor technologies for lactate monitoring.
- Analysis of iontophoresis systems and integumentary interface materials.
- Evaluation of physical principles, advantages, and limitations of different methods.
Main Results:
- Non-invasive sensors offer continuous lactate monitoring potential.
- Iontophoresis and specific interface materials are key components.
- Detailed analysis of sensor methodologies is provided.
Conclusions:
- Continuous, non-invasive lactate monitoring is feasible and beneficial.
- Intelligent sensors (Internet of Medical Things) can enhance critical care.
- Improved monitoring supports better clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
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