Sleep Apnea: The Importance of Continuous Oxygen Saturation Monitoring During Sleep

For individuals undergoing treatment for sleep apnea, monitoring oxygen saturation continuously during sleep can be an important component of ensuring the therapy’s effectiveness. This practice offers real-time insights into the oxygen levels in the blood, highlighting periods of desaturation that might indicate treatment adjustments are necessary.

Benefits of Continuous Monitoring

  • Early Detection of Issues: Identifies periods of low blood oxygen saturation to help in follow-up.
  • Optimized Treatment: Ensures CPAP or other therapies are effectively maintaining oxygen levels.
  • Better Sleep Quality: Monitoring promotes peace of mind, leading to improved sleep health.

How It Works

The Circul is the only ring oximeter cleared by the FDA and it has been shown to be accurate in people with all skin tones. Using advanced noninvasive techniques, oxygen saturation is tracked seamlessly throughout the night. The Circul provides valuable data that can be reviewed by healthcare providers.

Meir Kryger MD FRCPC
Professor Emeritus, Yale University