Patients with darker skin tones have peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) readings that are higher than patients with a ...

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD A major UK study shows that commonly used home pulse oximeters can overestimate oxygen levels in ...

Two studies suggest both under- and over-estimation of blood oxygen levels ...

Fingertip monitors known as pulse oximeters that can be used at home to detect low blood oxygen levels (hypoxaemia) give ...

Fingertip monitors known as pulse oximeters that can be used at home to detect low blood oxygen levels (hypoxaemia) give ...

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We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact [email protected]. Black patients were more likely to have pulse oximetry ...

The accuracy of pulse oximetry readings on individuals with darker skin tones has been questioned by researchers. The FDA addressed the issue at a meeting last year, citing real-world studies showing ...

“Pulse Oximetry Inaccuracies Delayed COVID-19 Treatment — Black patients more likely to have an unrecognized need for therapy versus white patients.” “Faulty Oxygen Readings Delayed Care to Black and ...