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  • Title: Multilayer modeling of reflectance pulse oximetry.
    Author: Reuss JL.
    Journal: IEEE Trans Biomed Eng; 2005 Feb; 52(2):153-9. PubMed ID: 15709652.
    Abstract:
    A multilayer tissue description was employed in Monte Carlo simulations of reflectance pulse oximetry to study the impact of assumptions made in previous studies employing homogeneous tissue models. Simulation results with a discrete layer of arterial pulsatility were similar to previous studies employing homogenous tissue models. However, the relationship of normalized pulse amplitude to emitter-detector spacing reiterates that spacing has a significant impact on pulse oximetry function. The effect of melanin content as a thin, superficial absorber was also simulated, with results supporting the general clinical observation that skin shade need not substantially compromise pulse oximeter accuracy.
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