Comparison of plethysmograms taken from finger and pinna during anaesthesia

J A Nijboer; J C Dorlas

doi:10.1093/bja/57.5.531

Comparison of plethysmograms taken from finger and pinna during anaesthesia

Br J Anaesth. 1985 May;57(5):531-4. doi: 10.1093/bja/57.5.531.

Authors

J A Nijboer, J C Dorlas

PMID: 3994888
DOI: 10.1093/bja/57.5.531

Abstract

Pulse plethysmograms from finger and pinna were recorded simultaneously during anaesthesia, and marked differences in their response to various stimuli recorded. The differences have been illustrated by a number of examples.

Publication types

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

Anesthesia, General*
Blood Pressure
Ear, External / blood supply*
Fingers / blood supply*
Humans
Plethysmography*
Time Factors
Vasoconstriction