Open AccessValidation of a novel device to objectively measure adherence to long-term oxygen therapy
Author(s) -
Sun-Kai V Lin,
Daniel K. Bogen,
Samuel T. Kuna
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
international journal of copd
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.394
H-Index - 67
eISSN - 1178-2005
pISSN - 1176-9106
DOI - 10.2147/copd.s2137
Subject(s) - nasal cannula , medicine , oxygen therapy , polysomnogram , supplemental oxygen , cannula , copd , oxygen , pulmonary disease , physical therapy , anesthesia , polysomnography , surgery , apnea , chemistry , organic chemistry
We have developed a novel oxygen adherence monitor that objectively measures patient use of long-term oxygen therapy. The monitor attaches to the oxygen source and detects whether or not the patient is wearing the nasal cannula.
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