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Pulse oximetry was used in two cases of iatrogenic arterial injury where it provided the evidence of sufficiency of collateral circulation. Its use was helpful in taking a decision in deferring arterial reconstruction, though it was otherwise indicated. We suggest that in a situation, such as in the operation theatre, where Doppler or ultrasound may not be bandy, dpulse oximetry may be of immense help.
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Thakur, S., Mishra, S.K. & Sharma, A. Use of pulse oximetry in peripheral arterial injury. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Sur 10, 67–68 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02860886
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02860886