Continuous vital sign monitoring after major abdominal surgery-Quantification of micro events.

Abstract in brief

• Continuous vital sign monitoring after major abdominal surgery detects more micro events, such as low oxygen saturation and irregular heart rates, than standard intermittent checks, potentially allowing earlier intervention.
• Continuous monitoring revealed frequent and prolonged episodes of low oxygen levels (SpO2 <92%) and tachycardia that were often missed by the traditional Early Warning Score (EWS), suggesting that current practices might underestimate patient risks.
• Implementing continuous monitoring post-surgery could improve early detection of respiratory and circulatory issues, leading to better patient outcomes by preventing complications before they become severe.]