Abstract
The monitoring of physiological parameters is an integral part of neonatal intensive care. This article describes the rationale for the development of neonatal blood gas monitoring, leading on to a review of current practice in the UK. Possible means of improving current techniques are described, including biocompatible catheters and sensors, signal-processing, intelligent monitoring and telemetry. Techniques such as near infrared spectroscopy and cerebral impedance tomography, which have the potential to provide real-time monitoring of the cerebral circulation, are discussed. The importance of risk management in the introduction of new technology is highlighted, and future research directions are outlined.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1-7 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | Paediatrics and Child Health (United Kingdom) |
| Volume | 14 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Feb 2004 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Clark electrode
- Near infrared spectroscopy
- Neonatal intensive care
- Neonatal monitoring
- Pulse oximetry
- Transcutaneous monitoring