Non-invasive measurement of hemoglobin: assessment of two different point-of-care technologies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Measurement of blood hemoglobin (Hb) concentration is a routine procedure. Using a non-invasive point-of-care device reduces pain and discomfort for the patient and allows time saving in patient care. The aims of the present study were to assess the concordance of Hb levels obtained non-invasively with the Pronto-7 monitor (version 2.1.9, Masimo Corporation, Irvine, USA) or with the NBM-200MP monitor (Orsense, Nes Ziona, Israel) and the values obtained from the usual colorimetric method using blood samples and to determine the source of discordance.

Methods and findings

We conducted two consecutive prospective open trials enrolling patients presenting in the emergency department of a university hospital. The first was designed to assess Pronto-7™ and the second NB

SUBMITTER: Gayat E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3253126 | biostudies-literature | 2012

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature