Why Does an EKG Leadwire System Show Different Lead Counts on Various Monitors?

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The discussion centers on the challenges of ensuring accurate EKG alarm systems while minimizing artifacts, particularly in a new disposable 10-lead EKG leadwire system designed for anesthesia and ICU monitors. The user notes that despite the leadwires being fully shielded, false alarms still occur, prompting a search for solutions to enhance alarm accuracy. Additionally, there is confusion regarding lead counts displayed on different Datex-Ohmeda monitors when using the same adapter cable, with variations noted between anesthesia and vital sign monitors. The conversation highlights the need for clarity on how different systems interpret lead connections and the importance of addressing artifact issues in critical care settings. Overall, improving EKG alarm accuracy and understanding lead count discrepancies are key concerns in this context.
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Do you know what are the main ways to increase EKG's alarm accuracy whilst eliminating artifacts?
 
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justinfranco said:
Do you know what are the main ways to increase EKG's alarm accuracy whilst eliminating artifacts?

Sure. What is the context of the question?

And welcome to the PF, BTW. :smile:
 


berkeman said:
Sure. What is the context of the question?

And welcome to the PF, BTW. :smile:

Sorry for not keeping it updated.
I've recently developed a disposable 10-lead EKG leadwire system specifically for Anesthesia and vital sign monitors for Intensive care units. Due to the massive use of equipment in this unit the leadwires are fully shielded. However, artifacts still exist which also causes false alarms from time to time. I wonder what is the main ways to increase alarm accuracy, eliminate artifacts so I can adopt in my products.

Justin
 


My product--a disposable EKG leadwire system, carries with an adapter cable. When I use a 5-lead adapter cable to Datex-Ohmeda S/5 anaesthesia monitor, it shows 5 leads. But when I use the same cable to Datex-Ohmeda S/5 vital sign monitor or S/5 compact, it shows 3 leads. What is going on?

Justin
 

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