Changes to BP measurement guidance possible as GPs say current protocols take too long

Australia’s eight-year-old guidelines will be reviewed next year.
Professor Garry Jennings.

Advice on optimal blood pressure measurement could change next year to reflect improving technology and the lack of available time in general practice, a leading cardiologist says.

Heart Foundation chief medical adviser Professor Garry Jennings said current guidance remained evidence-based, but may be updated after eight years.