End Tidal CO2 Level Monitoring

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Contributed byKasturi Sarkar+1 moreApr 18, 2022

What is End Tidal CO2 Level Monitoring?

End Tidal CO2 Level Monitoring, also referred to as Capnometry, is a noninvasive technique that provides analysis of a patient’s ventilatory status.

The following are the key features of the technique:

End Tidal CO2 Level Monitoring uses a breath-by-breath analysis technique that provides instantaneous feedback on how effective an individual’s breathing is. The monitoring process is used to seek out warning signs of respiratory distress
End Tidal CO2 Level Monitoring can also help reveal problems in the passage of blood in the heart
End Tidal CO2 Monitoring measures the concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) at the very end of an exhaled breath. The normal values are generally between 35-45 mmHg. Abnormal CO2 values may point to greater underlying problems.

Overall, End Tidal CO2 Level Monitoring is a helpful technique that is generally recommended for those undergoing anesthesia, individuals in sleep studies, and ICU patients.

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Krish Tangella MD, MBA

Pathology, Medical Editorial Board, DoveMed Team

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Kasturi Sarkar

Senior Editorial Staff

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