Nail polish does not significantly affect pulse oximetry measurements in mildly hypoxic subjects.

BACKGROUND: The effect of nail polish on pulse oximetry measurements in non-hypoxic subjects has been studied extensively. Some studies found that nail polish decreased pulse-oximetry (Spo) values, whereas others found no effects from nail polish. OBJECTIVE: To determine if nail polish affects Spo,...

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Publicado en:Respiratory Care Vol. 53; no. 11; pp. 1470 - 1475
Autores principales: Yamamoto LG, Yamamoto JA, Yamamoto JB, Yamamoto BE, Yamamoto PP
Formato: research tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. Nov2008
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