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Learn the facts about pulse oximetry speed, accuracy, and performance across conditions and patient populations.
Clinically Proven Technology
Masimo SET® pulse oximetry is a breakthrough technology that has outperformed conventional pulse oximetry in repeated studies across patient populations over time.1
Over 100
studies
have shown that Masimo SET® outperforms other pulse oximetry technologies.1
200 million
patients
are monitored by Masimo SET® pulse oximetry each year.2
All top 10
US hospitals
use Masimo SET® as their primary pulse oximetry technology3
Unrivaled
SpO2 accuracy
with RD SET® pulse oximetry sensors achieved through continued innovation.4
Superior Performance with Masimo SET®
The clinical evidence shows that Masimo SET® pulse oximetry outperforms Nellcor in critical areas affecting patient care.1
Discover how SET® provides:
Fast Readings
Does Masimo or Nellcor post readings faster?
Masimo was
45
seconds faster to post.5
Masimo SET® Posts Readings Faster than Nellcor.
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Pulse Rate Accuracy
Does Masimo or Nellcor provide the more accurate pulse rate?
Masimo identified
5x
more bradycardic events.6
Masimo SET® Provides a More Accurate Pulse Rate (PR).
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Accuracy in Motion
Is Masimo or Nellcor more accurate in motion?
Masimo had
2.5x
less PR artefact in motion.8
Masimo SET® Is More Accurate in Motion.
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Accuracy in Dark Skin
How do Masimo and Nellcor perform on people with dark skin?
Masimo showed
70%
less SpO2 bias in dark skin.9
Masimo SET® Performs More Accurately in Dark Skin.
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Accuracy in Low Perfusion
Is Masimo or Nellcor more accurate in low perfusion?
Masimo had
94%
fewer missed SpO2 events.11
Masimo SET® Is More Accurate in Low Perfusion.
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Improved Clinician Workflow
Do Masimo or Nellcor sensors offer the better clinician workflow?
Masimo showed
60%
reduced sensor usage through retaping.13
Masimo SET® Sensors Offer Better Clinician Workflow.
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Reduced Alarm Fatigue
Does Masimo or Nellcor have fewer false alarms?
Masimo had
86%
fewer false alarms.6
Masimo SET® Has Fewer False Alarms.
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Discover Masimo SET® for Yourself
Contact us today to set up a Risk-Free Trial and see for yourself how Masimo SET® excels compared to Nellcor OxiMax in your hospital or facility.
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Resources
Want more information? Below are key resources about Masimo SET®.
Studies
Videos
Materials
Comparative studies include abstracts presented at scientific meetings and peer-reviewed journals. Clinical studies on pulse oximetry and the benefits of Masimo SET® can be found at https://professional.masimo.com/clinical-evidence
Estimate: Masimo data on file.
As ranked in the 2024 Newsweek World's Best Hospitals listing: https://www.newsweek.com/rankings/worlds-best-hospitals-2024/united-states.
Masimo RD SET Sensor Instructions for Use: LAB-10497A posted on https://techdocs.masimo.com/
Baquero H, et al. Acta Pediatr. 2010;100:515-518.
Hay W, et al. J Perinatol. 2002;22(5):360-366.
Nellcor OxiMax Sensor Instructions for Use: PT00053377B, PT00053381B, and PT00053384B posted on https://www.medtronic.com/covidien/en-us/support/product-manuals.html
Sahni R, et al. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2003 Nov;88(6):F505-8.
Foglia EE, et al. J Pediatr. 2017 Mar;182:375-377.e2.
Barker SJ, Wilson WC. J Clin Monit Comput. 2023;37:567-574.
Shah N, et al. J Clin Anesth. 2012;24(5):385-91
Sharma V, et al. J Clin Monit and Comput. 2024 Jan;38:347-354.
Palmer A. Biomed Instrum Technol. 2021;59-62.
Nellcor OxySoftN Manual: PT00158321A00.
PLCO-007330/PLM-15043A-0524