The retrieval, storage, numerical and graphical trending of data from an Ohmeda 3700e pulse oximeter by personal computer.
A suite of computer programs are described to facilitate the transfer, disc storage, graphical trending and statistical analysis of data from an Ohmeda 3700e pulse oximeter. The programs are written in GWBASIC and designed to operate on a low cost IBM PC or compatible personal computer. The programs have been proved to be clinically useful in determining response to therapy as discerned from the long-term monitoring of arterial oxygen saturation. The computerised system is superior to analogue display system, such as a chart recorder, since it provides a logical method of presentation and analysis of data from long term monitoring.
Taylor
R J
RJ
Department of Medical Physics, Hope Hospital, Salford, UK.
D003196:Computer Graphics; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D016247:Information Storage and Retrieval; D008838:Microcomputers; D010092:Oximetry; D012984:Software