Wrist cuff BP measure ‘non-inferior’ to upper-arm reading
Researcher Dr Tan Bui says a wrist cuff device is a reliable alternative when using an upper-arm cuff device is not feasible.
Validated blood pressure devices that take readings at a patient’s wrist are an appropriate option for patients who cannot use a traditional upper-arm cuff, Australian-led research suggests.
A systematic review and meta-analysis found no significant differences when measuring blood pressure using a standardised protocol with validated wrist or upper-arm devices compared with manual sphygmomanometry.
