A visual representation of a model for monitoring the state of oxygenation in the critically ill patients. Description and clinical validation
Lanza, V.; Mercadante, S.; Agnello, A.; Sparacia, A.
Acta Anaesthesiologica Belgica 35 Suppl: 179-186
1984
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-5164 PMID: 6549096 Document Number: 225023
The authors propose a new circular diagram for monitoring the oxygenation status of critically ill patients. This diagram contains some well known parameters; other ones are suggested to evaluate the pulmonary function and the capability of blood oxygenation. The calculation and a "BASIC" program are provided to use the diagram. This method offers a fast and easy monitoring of oxygenation status by a very small arterious and central venous blood sample.