capnography (capnometry)

Introduction

The terms capnography & capnometry are sometimes considered synonymous. Capnometry suggests measurement; capnography suggests a recording.

Indications

• assessment of hypoventilation
  • sedation
  • anesthesia

Procedure

• comprises the continuous analysis & recording of CO2 concentrations [[[A24527|CO2]]] in respiratory gases
• capnographic records or waveforms may be time-based or volume-based

More general terms

• clinical procedure