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The use of ambulatory blood pressure measurement

James A Hodgkinson1, Katherine L Tucker2, Una Martin3

  • 1Research Fellow in Primary Care Clinical Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham.

British Journal of Hospital Medicine (London, England : 2005)
|November 10, 2015
PubMed

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Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is recommended in the UK to diagnose hypertension. This article reviews ambulatory devices, detailing their clinical benefits and drawbacks.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines recommend ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) for hypertension diagnosis in the UK.
  • Accurate hypertension diagnosis is crucial for effective patient management and reducing cardiovascular risk.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the utilization of ambulatory blood pressure monitoring devices.
  • To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of employing ABPM in clinical settings.

Main Methods:

  • Review of ambulatory blood pressure monitoring devices.
  • Discussion of clinical applications and practical considerations.

Main Results:

  • Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring offers a comprehensive assessment of blood pressure fluctuations.
  • Key benefits include improved diagnostic accuracy and identification of white-coat and masked hypertension.
  • Potential disadvantages involve patient discomfort, device limitations, and interpretation challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is a valuable tool for confirming hypertension diagnoses.
  • Understanding the benefits and limitations of ABPM is essential for optimal clinical practice.

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