Capnometry and volumetric capnometry (VCO2 + ETCO2)
1 December 2025
This monitoring method is recommended for use in intensive care units and operating rooms to improve patient safety. Capnography allows to assess the endotracheal tube location, the resuscitation effectiveness. This type of monitoring is necessary for patients with increased intracranial pressure.
Volumetric capnometry has additional capabilities:
allows to assess the alveolar ventilation;
tracks the change in physiological dead space at the artificial ventilation.