Table 1 Strengths and weaknesses of the LiDCO™plus method of measuring cardiac output
From: Equipment review: An appraisal of the LiDCO™plus method of measuring cardiac output
Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|
May be used in conscious and unconscious patients | Arterial waveform artefact may significantly affect data accuracy |
May be calibrated by nursing or medical staff in 10 min | Irregular pulse rate may affect data accuracy |
Provides dynamic markers of fluid responsiveness | Nondepolarizing muscle relaxants interfere with calibration |