New Study in Newborns Finds Nellcor™ Pulse Oximetry Technology Provides Faster Stable Oxygen Saturation Readings Than Masimo Pulse Oximeter

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Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) released findings from a study comparing the Nellcor™ Bedside SpO₂ Patient Monitoring System and Masimo Radical-7® Pulse CO-Oximeter. The study indicated that Nellcor delivered a statistically significant faster stable oxygen saturation reading in newborns, averaging 15 seconds, compared to 27 seconds for Masimo. Additionally, heart rate discrepancies revealed Masimo often reported false bradycardia, while Nellcor closely aligned with ECG readings. This enhanced accuracy could impact neonatal resuscitation outcomes, adhering to neonatal resuscitation guidelines.

Positive

• Nellcor pulse oximeter provided a stable signal for all 60 newborns, while Masimo's only achieved this for 55.
• Statistically significant difference of 12 seconds for stable signal delivery favoring Nellcor.
• Nellcor showed no instances of false bradycardia, whereas Masimo indicated 35% discrepancies in heart rate.

Negative

• Masimo pulse oximeter reported false bradycardia in 35% of cases compared to ECG.
• Heart rate differences of 40 BPM or more were noted in 31% of cases with the Masimo device.

- Study Compared the Efficacy and Reliability of Medtronic and Masimo Pulse Oximeters with Electrocardiography (ECG) Monitoring for Newborns

- Nellcor™ Pulse Oximetry Technology Demonstrated Statistically Significant Difference in Time to Deliver a Stable Oxygen Saturation Value and Heart Rate

DUBLIN, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT), the global leader in medical technology, today announced the results of an independent, prospective observational study comparing the efficacy and reliability of two pulse oximeters — Nellcor™ Bedside SpO₂ Patient Monitoring System and Masimo Radical-7® Pulse CO-Oximeter®, both set at the highest sensitivity ("Neonatal" and "Fast" for Nellcor™ pulse oximetry technology and "Max" for Masimo) — with electrocardiography (ECG) monitoring following the delivery of 60 term newborns by Caesarian section. Pulse oximetry is a simple, noninvasive bedside test that can accurately detect the percentage of blood saturated with oxygen and measure heart rate.

According to the study, a stable signal was obtained from all 60 newborns with the Nellcor pulse oximeter but from only 55 newborns with the Masimo pulse oximeter. Of the 55 newborns with stable signals from both monitors, the mean time to stable signal with the Nellcor pulse oximeter was 15 seconds compared with 27 seconds with the Masimo pulse oximeter. The average difference of 12 seconds between the monitors was statistically significant (P <0.001).

The results of this prospective observational comparative study were published online in the Journal of Perinatology, the official journal of the Section on Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Neonatal-Perinatal Association of the United States. The study was conducted at the Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikvah, Israel, a university-affiliated tertiary care center with approximately 9,000 births annually. The principal investigator of the study is Professor Ruben Bromiker, M.D., Department of Neonatology, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikvah, Israel and Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.

The availability of a pulse oximeter for monitoring oxygenation and heart rate of newborns contributes to decision making during resuscitation and stabilization, and can help physicians minimize the risk of either too low or too high blood oxygen levels and associated morbidity and mortality, the authors state in the discussion section. Both the Nellcor and Masimo pulse oximeters provide relatively quick measurements of oxygen saturation and heart rate in most cases well before the so-called "golden first minute" of resuscitation. The results conclude that Nellcor showed a statistically significant difference in the time needed to deliver a stable signal between devices which could potentially impact the provision of care during neonatal resuscitation.

With respect to heart rate, the study observed there was a difference of ³12 beats per minute (BPM) between the Masimo monitor and the reference standard ECG in 18 of 51 (35%) newborns. In all 18 newborns, the ECG showed a heart rate >100 BPM versus <100 BPM with the Masimo monitor, which may be observed as false bradycardia with the Masimo device. In 16 of the 51 (31%) newborns, the difference in heart rate with the Masimo monitor was ³40 BPM compared with the rate recorded by the comparator ECG. In contrast, the heart rate detected by the Nellcor pulse oximetry monitor correlated closely with that of the ECG, with no recording of false bradycardia and no reading having >40 BPM difference compared with the ECG.

"A newborn's heart rate is a key component of physician assessment for resuscitation, and helps to identify not only those in need of intervention but also their response to treatment. Those who do not achieve a heart rate of 100 beats per minute by five minutes of life are at an increased risk of death," said Frank Chan, president, Patient Monitoring, which is reported as part of the Minimally Invasive Therapies Group at Medtronic. "This study demonstrates that physicians can rely on Nellcor pulse oximetry technology to post data quickly, offer consistency, perform well with these patients, and meet the requirements of the neonatal resuscitation program guidelines, which are especially important in the delivery room."

These findings are important because, per the neonatal resuscitation program (NRP) guidelines, only one minute should be allotted for completing the initial monitoring steps to inform reevaluation and initiation of ventilation.

About the Patient Monitoring Business at Medtronic
Medtronic is working together with the global healthcare community to solve clinically meaningful problems, with technologies and solutions for blood oxygen management, respiratory compromise, and perioperative complications.

*The Nellcor™ monitoring system should not be used as the sole basis for diagnosis or therapy and is intended only as an adjunct in patient assessment.

About the Journal of Perinatology Publication
Khoury R, Klinger G, Shir Y, Osovsky M, Bromiker R. Monitoring oxygen saturation and heart rate during neonatal transition. comparison between two different pulse oximeters and electrocardiography. J Perinatol. Nov. 30, 2020. [Epub ahead of print]. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41372-020-00881-y

About Medtronic
Medtronic plc (www.medtronic.com), headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, is among the world's largest medical technology, services and solutions companies – alleviating pain, restoring health and extending life for millions of people around the world. Medtronic employs more than 90,000 people worldwide, serving physicians, hospitals and patients in more than 150 countries. The company is focused on collaborating with stakeholders around the world to take healthcare Further, Together.

Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described in Medtronic's periodic reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from anticipated results.

Radical-7 and Pulse CO-Oximeter are registered trademarks of Masimo Corporation.

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FAQ

What were the findings of the Medtronic study on pulse oximeters for newborns?

The study found Nellcor pulse oximeter delivered faster stable oxygen saturation readings than Masimo's device, with significant differences in heart rate accuracy.

How does Nellcor compare to Masimo in terms of efficiency for newborn monitoring?

Nellcor demonstrated quicker stabilization times and fewer discrepancies in heart rate readings compared to Masimo.

What is the clinical significance of the Medtronic pulse oximeter study results?

The results highlight the potential for improved outcomes in neonatal resuscitation by ensuring more accurate monitoring of vital signs.

When was the Medtronic pulse oximeter study published?

The study was published online on February 9, 2021, in the Journal of Perinatology.

What is the stock symbol for Medtronic?

The stock symbol for Medtronic is MDT.