Development and Validation of a Wearable Continuous Lactate Monitor for Intensive Care Unit Patients

Authors

  • Sarah Jenkins Wright State University, Dayton, USA Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70088/t08wv348

Keywords:

Wearable Technology, Lactate Monitoring, Intensive Care Unit, Sensor Validation, Critical Care

Abstract

This research article present the exploitation and substantiation of a wearable lactate monitor design for care unit (ICU) patients. Punctuate its potentiality to heighten effect through existent-time lactate monitoring, the subject delineate the conceptual fabric, lying, and and examination of the device. To assure truth and dependability, experimental method admit sensor calibration, clinical simulation. And data analysis. While discussion explore its implications for ICU workflows and patient direction; event show the monitor's power to furnish ordered lactate readings with minimal error margins. By highlighting the twist's transformative voltage in care settings and place avenues for research, the clause concludes.

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17 October 2025

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Jenkins, S. (2025) “Development and Validation of a Wearable Continuous Lactate Monitor for Intensive Care Unit Patients”, Medicine Insights, 2(4), pp. 13–23. doi:10.70088/t08wv348.