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J Reconstr Microsurg 1992; 8(1): 61-62
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006685
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© 1992 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Continuous Postoperative Free-Flap Monitoring with an EKG-Interfaced Photoplethysmograph

Jonathan W. Jones, Rainar Wiebalck
  • Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, University of California, San Diego. Mr. Wiebalck is the developer and owner of the High Sky Company, manufacturers of the photoplethysmograph. Dr. Jones is not involved financially with this product or the company
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Accepted for publication 1991

Publication Date:
08 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

A compact battery-operated tissue-perfusion monitor has been developed which continuously displays photoplethysmograph waveforms on bedside EKG monitors. The device has been of proven utility in the postoperative monitoring of free-flap recipients.