Why Arm Shape Affects Blood Pressure Accuracy in Women and Men

New findings reveal that arm anatomy and cuff size can lead to underdiagnosis of hypertension, especially in women

Automated blood pressure monitors may significantly underestimate systolic blood pressure in women and people with larger or tapered arms, potentially leading to missed hypertension diagnoses and undertreatment of cardiovascular risk.

Study Details

Blood pressure is a key diagnostic and treatment decision tool in primary care. While cuff-based methods hav…