Throat sensor could replace finger clips for oxygen monitoring
NCT ID NCT05690633
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a pulse oximeter placed in the throat (oropharynx) can accurately measure blood oxygen levels during surgery. Researchers compared readings from the throat sensor to standard finger or toe sensors and to blood tests. The goal was to see if this new approach is feasible for patients who cannot use traditional sensors.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a new way to monitor oxygen levels in patients where standard finger or toe sensors cannot be used.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small feasibility study, not a large trial. The new method may not be as accurate or reliable as standard pulse oximetry, and it may not work for all patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, 43205, United States
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