Measurement and monitoring of electrocardiogram belt tension in premature infants for assessment of respiratory function

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Monitoring of the electrocardiogram (ECG) in premature infants with conventional adhesive-backed electrodes can harm their sensitive skin. Use of an electrode belt prevents skin irritation, but the effect of belt pressure on respirat...

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Main Authors: Hegyi Thomas, Hiatt Mark, Ciaccio Edward J, Drzewiecki Gary M
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-04-01
Series:BioMedical Engineering OnLine
Online Access:http://www.biomedical-engineering-online.com/content/6/1/13