What is Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring? What are the benefits? How is it performed?
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Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
Ambulatory
Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) is when your blood pressure is monitored as
you go about your regular activities. It can be measured for up to 24 hours at
a time. A compact digital blood pressure monitor is worn on a belt around your
waist and is connected to an upper arm cuff. It's small enough that it won't
interfere with your everyday routine, and you can even sleep with it on.
The global ambulatory
blood pressure monitors market size was valued at US$ 1,135.64 million in 2018, and is expected to exhibit
a CAGR of 7.9% over the forecast
period (2019 – 2027).
What are the benefits?
Your doctor
can get a clear picture of how your blood pressure changes throughout the day by
testing it at regular intervals up to 24 hours. It also avoids the concerns of
'white coat' syndrome because you can continue with your normal routine (where
your blood pressure rises because you are feeling anxious about being tested by
your doctor or nurse).
How is it performed?
An
electronic monitor takes your blood pressure by inflating a cuff around your
upper arm and then progressively reducing the pressure. The monitor is usually
installed at your local hospital's outpatient department or GP's office. The
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) nurse or health professional will
start the monitor. It will be enclosed in a protective cover, which must be
kept in place for the duration of the monitoring. Blood pressure readings are
then taken at regular intervals throughout the day by the machine. This is
usually every 15-30 minutes throughout the day and every 30-60 minutes at
night, but it varies between clinics. If you are asked, you must keep the
monitor on all night; many individuals sleep with the machine under their
pillow or on their bed. You can return the machine and cuff to the hospital or
operation at the end of the monitoring time. All of your readings will be saved
by the machine, which will subsequently be analysed.
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