Perfusion index variations in clinically and hemodynamically stable preterm newborns in the first week of life

• Main Authors: Farinasso Daniela (Author), Costa Luciana (Author), Calabrese Roberto (Author), Pelle Emanuela (Author), Cresi Francesco (Author), Silvestro Leandra (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The perfusion index, derived from the pulse oximeter signal, seems to be an accurate predictor for high illness severity in newborns. The aim of this study was to determine the perfusion index values of clinically and hemodynamically...