Monte Carlo simulation of the effect of melanin concentration on light–tissue interactions for transmittance pulse oximetry measurement
Raghda Al-Halawani,
Meha Qassem,
Panicos A. Kyriacou
Abstract:.
Significance
Questions about the accuracy of pulse oximeters in measuring arterial oxygen saturation (
) in individuals with darker skin pigmentation have resurfaced since the COVID-19 pandemic. This requires investigation to improve patient safety, clinical decision making, and research.
Aim
We aim to use computational modeling to identify the potential causes of inaccuracy in
measurement in individuals with dark skin and … Show more
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