| Literature DB >> 3434764 |
B H Meiklejohn1, G Smith, A E Elling, N Hindocha.
Abstract
Arterial oxygen saturation in 132 patients was measured using a Biox IV oximeter with an ear probe, during transfer from theatre to recovery room following a variety of surgical procedures. Oxygen saturation decreased to 85% or less in 21.9% of patients and to 90% or less in 61.4%. No predictive factors were identified. It is recommended that supplementary oxygen be given to all patients in the immediate postoperative period, including the period of transit to the recovery room.Entities:
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Year: 1987 PMID： 3434764 DOI： 10.1111/j.1365-2044.1987.tb05282.x
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Anaesthesia ISSN： 0003-2409 Impact factor: 6.955