This study is looking at how accurate pulse oximeters (devices that measure oxygen in your blood through your skin) are for children with different skin colors during surgery. Specifically, it compares the accuracy in Black children versus White children. Researchers will take a small blood sample (called an arterial blood gas with co-oximetry) from children aged 2 to 9 years old who are having surgery under general anesthesia. This blood sample will be compared to the pulse oximeter reading to see how well the pulse oximeter works. The study aims to see if pulse oximeters work differently depending on skin color. The study plans to enroll 540 children.

Study design

This is an observational study that will compare pulse oximetry readings to blood tests in 540 children. It is not randomized or blinded.

What's involved

If your child participates, they will have a small blood sample taken from an artery during their surgery. Their pulse oximeter reading will be noted at the same time.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The primary endpoint, accuracy of pulse oximetry, is measured at baseline, meaning at the time the blood sample is taken during surgery.

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