title: Pulse oximetry in children.
abstract: Pulse oximetry is routinely used in hospitals in high-income settings, but its theoretical basis is often poorly understood. This paper summarises the physiological background, technological basis and limitations of pulse oximetry.
authors.affiliation: Respiratory Unit, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, UK.
authors.forename: Ian P
authors.initials: IP
authors.lastname: Sinha
authors.affiliation: Respiratory Unit, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, UK.
authors.forename: Sarah J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Mayell
authors.affiliation: Respiratory Unit, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, UK.
authors.forename: Clare
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Halfhide
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D010092:Oximetry
keywords: Basic Science; Physiology; Respiratory; Technology