Post-Operative Monitoring of Intestinal Tissue Oxygenation Using an Implantable Microfabricated Oxygen Sensor

Anastomotic leakage (AL) is a common and dangerous post-operative complication following intestinal resection, causing substantial morbidity and mortality. Ischaemia in the tissue surrounding the anastomosis is a major risk-factor for AL development. Continuous tissue oxygenation monitoring during t...

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Main Authors: Jamie R. K. Marland, Mark E. Gray, David J. Argyle, Ian Underwood, Alan F. Murray, Mark A. Potter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Micromachines
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-666X/12/7/810