Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5885973 | Journal of Critical Care | 2014 | 24 Pages |
Abstract
In this patient population, an Sto2 less than 70% significantly increased the risk of ICU admission. Tissue oxygen saturation at triage identifies critical patients who may not be recognized by vital signs alone. Tissue oxygen saturation measurement could help providers make earlier decisions regarding hospital resource allocation.
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Authors
Hadil MD, Kelly W. MPH, PhD, Katy M. PharmD, Patrick MD, Maria Teresa Cruz MD, Jerry D. MD, Sai-Ching J. MD, PhD, Terry W. MD,