CcO2 : O2 content of pulmonary capillary vessel.
Qs : Flow through the shunt. Qt : total CO
PeCO2 : partial pressure of mixed expired CO2. ATPS : Ambient Temp Press Saturated, BTPS : Body Temp Press Saturated.
NB : VCO2 is expressed in standard conditions (STPD : Standard Temp Press Dry).
NB : precision is limited when FiO2>0.5.
Estimation of Qualitative Expenditure :
Estimations based on Single Parameter :
NB : a too high proportion of Carbohydrates must be avoided in case of severe glycemia disturbance and/or chronic respiratory insufficiency (CO2).
NB : Dry weight is to be taken into account (especialy if cirrhosis ....)