Table 1 Comparison of GASMAS versus other oxygenation assessment and lung imaging methods used in clinical practice.
From: Gas in scattering media absorption spectroscopy as a potential tool in neonatal respiratory care
Scanning time | Output | Ionising radiation | Bedside accessibility | Device costa | Additional staff required | Skilled interpretation required | Motion sensitivity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GASMAS | Continuous | Numeric | No | Yes | Mediumb | No | No | Unknown |
Pulse Oximetry | Continuous | Numeric | No | Yes | Low | No | No | Yes |
Chest X-ray | 5 min | Images | Yes | Yes, if portable X-ray machine is available | High | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Lung US | 15–30 min | Images | No | Yes, if portable ultrasound machine is available | High | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Lung CT | 5 min | Images | Yes | Patient transfer required | Very high | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Lung MRI | 30–45 min | Images | No | Patient transfer required | Very high | Yes | Yes | Yes |
