Continuous physiological monitoring for the detection of postoperative deterioration: a protocol for a multistage, multicentre, international, prospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Intermittent physiological monitoring and early warning scores (EWS) are limited in their ability to detect deteriorating patients in a timely manner. Wearable physiological sensors allow continuous remote monitoring and may be more timely and accurate in the identification of those at risk, compared with manual collection. This study aims to determine if wearable physiological sensors can be used for the early detection of postoperative deterioration, while being acceptable to patients and healthcare staff.

Methods and analysis

This is a prospective observational cohort study that will recruit adults undergoing major surgery in Benin, India, Ghana, Guatemala, Mexico, Nigeria, Rwanda and the UK. Participants will wear wearable physiological chest and limb sensor

SUBMITTER: Jiwa A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12506120 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature