Diagnostic Testing
TCPO2
This exam is performed using oxygen sensors on the surface
of the skin. These sensors emit
heat, encouraging blood to flow to the surface of the skin where the oxygen
saturation may be detected with these sensors. The saturation values are recorded as the exam is performed.
Indications
for this exam: The TCP02 test
helps determine if the skin involved in arterial caused ulcers will heal in a
higher oxygen environment (barometric oxygen chamber treatments covered by
Medicare if this test is positive).
It also is used to determine the most appropriate level of amputation in
cases where arterial grafts are not an option and gangrene has established
itself.
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