Nihon Kohden Corporation products

Nihon Kohden developed the world`s first mainstream CO₂ sensor that is specifically designed for non-intubated patients. This sensor attaches to a disposable oral and nasal adaptor and is placed directly at the point of expiration. Using advanced miniaturization and sensor technology, we have created an extremely small and lightweight sensor that is more comfortable for the patient.

The principle of pulse oximetry was developed by Nihon Kohden researcher Takuo Aoyagi in the early 1970’s. Pulse oximetry measures blood oxygen saturation (SpO₂) noninvasively with an infrared sensor on the fingertip. Before that, the measurement of blood oxygen saturation required arterial blood sampling. Thanks to pulse oximetry, the critical parameter of SpO₂ can be measured painlessly, continuously and in real time.

Patient monitors are used in the emergency room, operating room, intensive care, general ward and other areas to measure the patient`s vital signs such as ECG, SpO₂, NIBP and other physiological parameters. Nihon Kohden offers a wide range of patient monitoring products for different medical needs. Our patient monitors also incorporate advanced technologies such as esCCO and iNIBP to improve healthcare.