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Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, U.S.
Intubated, critically ill children transported with novel quantitative microstream capnometer
July 4th, 2006
A novel quantitative handheld microstream capnometer provided both quantitative and graphic real-time detection of end-tidal carbon dioxide in intubated patients during transport. According to a study from the United States, "Critically ill children often require endotracheal intubation before and during interhospital transport. Accurate placement and maintenance of the endotracheal tube (ETT) is crucial." "The new Pediatric Advanced Life Support guidelines require confirmation of proper ETT position immediately after intubation and during transport by capnography or end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2 ) detection in all children with a...
Source: Pharma Law Weekly (2006-07-04)
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