A new study in the Journal of Anesthesia about fluid responsiveness assessment boasts the accuracy of technology company Masimo's Pleth Variability Index, according to RedOrbit.com.
The study demonstrates that Masimo's noninvasive Pleth Variability Index is as accurate as invasive stroke volume variation in patients with cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
The study found that PVI is "of high value, especially regarding sensitivity and negative predictive values." In a test of cardiac index after fluid administration, both PVI and SVV had 100 percent sensitivity for responders. PVI had 89 percent sensitivity for non-responders and SVV had 72 percent sensitivity.
According to Masimo's Chief Medical Officer Michael O'Reilly, MD, his company is striving to improve patient outcome and reduce cost of care through instruments such as PVI.
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The study demonstrates that Masimo's noninvasive Pleth Variability Index is as accurate as invasive stroke volume variation in patients with cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
The study found that PVI is "of high value, especially regarding sensitivity and negative predictive values." In a test of cardiac index after fluid administration, both PVI and SVV had 100 percent sensitivity for responders. PVI had 89 percent sensitivity for non-responders and SVV had 72 percent sensitivity.
According to Masimo's Chief Medical Officer Michael O'Reilly, MD, his company is striving to improve patient outcome and reduce cost of care through instruments such as PVI.
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