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Physiological monitor

  • US 20060281983A1
  • Filed: 05/03/2006
  • Published: 12/14/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/03/1998
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A physiological monitoring method comprising the steps of:

  • varying perfusion at a tissue site;

    measuring a plurality of perfusion values and a corresponding plurality of oxygen saturation values at said tissue site;

    characterizing a constant oxygen consumption relationship between said perfusion values and said oxygen saturation values; and

    monitoring changes in said constant oxygen consumption relationship as an indication of changes in metabolism at said tissue site.

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