Ali M. Mokhtar

Masimo® Plethysmograph Variability Index as a Tool for Assessment of Fluid Responsiveness in Elective Major Abdominal Surgeries

Ahmed M. Essam, Mohamed Z. Ali, Mohamed A. Maher, Ali M. Mokhtar, Sohila H. Omar, Hossam H. El-Sabae & Mohamed H. Hafez · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: Maximizing the stroke volume (SV) as measured by Trans-oesophageal Doppler (TED) optimizes preload, & is a goal-directed fluid therapy technique that has been used in a variety of clinical settings. Masimo® Plethysmograph variability Index (PVI) is a reliable, saf...