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Authors :
Abdelatti
Kamath
Source :
Anaesthesia. Jan1998, Vol. 53 Issue 1, p92. 2p.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

Replies to a report of false high reading involving a Hewlett-Packard pulse oximeter in the January 1998 issue of the periodical 'Anaesthesia.' Damage to the sensor housing revealed by an inspection of the device; Incorrect reading that can be caused by a damaged sensor housing; Importance of regular inspection of all pulse oximetry sensors for signs of physical damage.

Subjects

Subjects :
*PULSE oximeters
*MEDICAL equipment

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00032409
Volume :
53
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Anaesthesia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
5255013
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2044.1998.0346e.x
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