Author
Dr. Michael S Shuler, et al.
Journal
The Journal of Emergency Medicine, Vol. 44, No. 2
Summary
This study evaluated near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) as a non-invasive method to monitor blood flow in an acute compartment syndrome (ACS) model. Researchers found that NIRS readings decreased in response to lowering perfusion pressures, suggesting it could be a useful tool for continuous monitoring of patients at risk for ACS. Further research in trauma patients is needed to confirm these findings.