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Cerebral Oxygenation

Meaning

Cerebral oxygenation refers to the clinical measure of oxygen saturation within the brain tissue, reflecting the adequacy of cerebral blood flow and oxygen delivery. The brain is an obligate aerobic organ, demanding a constant and substantial supply of oxygen to maintain neural function and energy production. Compromised oxygen delivery, or hypoxia, can severely impair cognitive processing and cellular integrity. Maintaining optimal cerebral oxygenation is crucial for neuroendocrine signaling and overall neurological health.