Sensitivity analysis of transabdominal fetal pulse oximetry using MRI-based simulations

Transabdominal fetal pulse oximetry offers a promising approach to improve fetal monitoring and reduce unnecessary interventions. Utilizing realistic 3D geometries derived from MRI scans of pregnant women, we conducted photon simulations to determine optimal source-detector configurations for detect...

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Published in:Biomedical optics express 2024-09, Vol.15 (9), p.5280-5295
Main Authors: Wu, Jingyi, Satish, Gopika, Ruesch, Alexander, Jayet, Baptiste, Komolibus, Katarzyna, Andersson-Engels, Stefan, Debreczeny, Martin P, Kainerstorfer, Jana M
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Language:English
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Summary:Transabdominal fetal pulse oximetry offers a promising approach to improve fetal monitoring and reduce unnecessary interventions. Utilizing realistic 3D geometries derived from MRI scans of pregnant women, we conducted photon simulations to determine optimal source-detector configurations for detecting fetal heart rate and oxygenation. Our findings demonstrate the theoretical feasibility of measuring fetal signals at depths up to 30 mm using source-detector (SD) distances greater than 100 mm and wavelengths between 730 and 850 nm. Furthermore, we highlight the importance of customizing SD configurations based on fetal position and maternal anatomy. These insights pave the way for enhanced non-invasive fetal monitoring in clinical application.
ISSN:2156-7085
2156-7085
DOI:10.1364/BOE.531149