High Inspired CO2 Capnograph Reading Due to Misplaced End Tidal CO2 Sampling Port

Authors

Andrew Ng, MD, Department of Anesthesiology, Thomas Jefferson University
Elia Elia, MD, Department of Anesthesiology, Thomas Jefferson University
Lisa Luyun, MD, Department of Anesthesiology, Thomas Jefferson University

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

10-2010

Abstract

In conclusion, if abnormal capnography is seen where the baseline inspiratory CO2 is higher than usual, inspect the circuit for rebreathing and consider examining the position of ETCO2 sampling port. We recommend confirming ETCO2 sampling port is connected immediately distal to Y-piece before starting a case for accurate CO2 measurement.

Recommended Citation

Ng, MD, Andrew; Elia, MD, Elia; and Luyun, MD, Lisa, "High Inspired CO2 Capnograph Reading Due to Misplaced End Tidal CO2 Sampling Port" (2010). Department of Anesthesiology Faculty Papers. Paper 7.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/anfp/7