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Home blood pressure monitoring: technology, digitisation and future development

Yun Shi1, Oscar Onayi Mandizadza1, Conghua Ji2

  • 1School of Public Health, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.

BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care
|May 28, 2025
PubMed

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Home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) improves hypertension management and patient adherence. Emerging technologies like AI and wearables will further enhance its clinical utility, though standardization is key.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Hypertension Management
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Hypertension is a leading risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
  • Home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) is essential for effective hypertension management.
  • Technological advancements are transforming HBPM capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current evidence on the clinical utility of HBPM.
  • To explore technological advancements in HBPM.
  • To discuss future directions for HBPM.

Main Methods:

  • A narrative synthesis of recent literature on HBPM was performed.
  • Analysis of key studies and guidelines on HBPM adoption.
  • Assessment of benefits, challenges, and emerging trends in HBPM.

Main Results:

  • HBPM improves patient adherence, data accuracy, and long-term hypertension control.
  • Challenges include device standardization, accuracy variability, and digital health integration.
  • AI-driven analytics and connected devices are emerging trends.

Conclusions:

  • HBPM offers a transformative approach to hypertension management.
  • Wearable and AI-enhanced technologies will revolutionize blood pressure monitoring.
  • Wider adoption requires improved standardization and validation protocols.
Abstract

Keywords:
Home CareMethodological researchPeripheral vascular disease

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