Key result
Measuring blood pressure in Fowler's and sitting positions significantly decreased mean systolic blood pressure (138.1 and 137.2 mm Hg, respectively) compared to the supine position (139.3 mm Hg).
Why the study?
Does body position (Fowler's or sitting vs supine) affect blood pressure measurements in essential hypertensive subjects?
Population
250 subjects with essential hypertension, mean age 66.3 ± 13.4 years, 44.4% males.
Comparison
Blood pressure measurement in Fowler's and… vs Blood pressure measurement in supine position
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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May influence BP measurement protocols; leaves open preferred position for hypertension diagnosis.
Cross-Sectional (n=250)
Does body position (Fowler's or sitting vs supine) affect blood pressure measurements in essential hypertensive subjects?
Fowler's position is a valid alternative to sitting and supine positions for blood pressure measurement, though significant random variability reinforces the guideline recommendation for multiple recordings.
Cicolini et al. (2011) conducted a cross-sectional in Essential hypertension (n=250). Fowler's and sitting positions vs. Supine position was evaluated on Systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Measuring blood pressure in Fowler's and sitting positions significantly decreased mean systolic blood pressure (138.1 and 137.2 mm Hg, respectively) compared to the supine position (139.3 mm Hg).
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