Proposal of a method for the evaluation of inaccuracy of home sphygmomanometers.

摘要: Objective There is no formal protocol for evaluating the individual accuracy of home sphygmomanometers. The aims this study were to propose a method achieving in automated sphygmomanometers and test applicability defined method. purposes avoid major inaccuracies estimate optimal circumstance accuracy. Methods has three stages sequential measurement blood pressure used. tested devices categorized into four groups: accurate, acceptable, inaccurate very (major inaccuracy). takes approximately 10 min (excluding relaxation time) was on different occasions. Results application shown that inaccuracy common problem among non-tested devices, validated are superior those non-validated or whose validation status unknown, common, especially does not guarantee Conclusion A addressing particular sphygmomanometer an patient required, practical been suggested achieve this. This can be modified, but main idea approach should preserved unless better proposed. purchase evaluation purchased device will improve monitoring self-measurement at home. addresses inaccuracy, errors related patient, observer technique underestimated, strict adherence manufacturer's instructions essential.