Significant Delay in the Detection of Desaturation between Finger Transmittance and Earlobe Reflectance Oximetry Probes during Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy: Analysis of 104 Cases

ConclusionThe data displayed by a centrally located reflectance probe are more accurate and allows for earlier identification, treatment, and resolution of desaturation events. In light of these data and the added value of the reflectance probe ability to measure transcutaneous PCO2, we recommend monitoring bronchoscopy by a reflectance oximetry probe.
Source: Lung - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research