FDA Proposes New Guidance to Improve Pulse Oximeter Accuracy Across Skin Tones
The FDA has issued new draft guidance aimed at improving the accuracy and performance of pulse oximeters across different skin tones.
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Philips Issues Correction for Trilogy Ventilators Regarding In-Line Nebulizer Use
The correction addresses potential risks of aerosol buildup on ventilator flow sensors when using in-line nebulizers.
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FDA Clears Real-Time Health Monitoring Watch for OTC and Prescription Use
The FDA clearance expands the indications for the watch in the US as a medical device for use by adults in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and in the home.
Masimo Validates Oximetry in Low Perfusion Conditions for Black and White Skin Tones
A new study evaluates the impact of low perfusion on the performance of Masimo SET pulse oximetry across Black and White skin tones.
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Night Sweat Analysis Reveals Sleep Apnea Severity
Researchers say that analyzing sweat metabolome and its alterations, mainly at night, can determine the severity of sleep apnea.
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FDA Clears Wearable Baby Monitoring System for Prescription Use
The system—which provides continuous monitoring of oxygen saturation, pulse rate, and skin temperature—was cleared for prescription use with healthy and sick babies 0-18 months of age.
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Race Adjustments for Pulse Oximeters Insufficient, Study Finds
While decades of published research have shown that pulse oximeters can give biased readings for...
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Could Smartphones be Used to Detect Blood Oxygen Levels?
A proof-of-principle study published in npj Digital Medicine looked at how smartphones may be used to evaluate blood oxygen saturation.
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