Performance Comparison of Masimo O3 Regional Oximetry Sensors in Neonates
Phase: NA
Conditions: Regional Saturation of Oxygen (rSO2)
Sponsor: Masimo Corporation

 
 
Official Title: Performance Comparison of 
Masimo O3 Regional Oximetry Device in 
Neonates 
 
Date of Protocol: 14 February 2019 
 
NCT Number:   
NCT03828487 

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