Key result
The Samsung SBM-100A and Microlife BP 3BU1-5 wrist blood pressure devices failed to meet the International Protocol criteria for accuracy compared to a mercury sphygmomanometer.
Why the study?
Do the Samsung SBM-100A and Microlife BP 3BU1-5 wrist blood pressure devices accurately measure blood pressure compared to a mercury sphygmomanometer in adults?
Observational (n=54)
Do the Samsung SBM-100A and Microlife BP 3BU1-5 wrist blood pressure devices accurately measure blood pressure compared to a mercury sphygmomanometer in adults?
The Samsung SBM-100A and Microlife BP 3BU1-5 wrist blood pressure devices do not meet International Protocol accuracy criteria and are not recommended for clinical use in adults.
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Avoid these wrist devices clinically; leaves open accuracy of other unvalidated monitors in routine practice.
Altunkan et al. (2007) conducted an observational in Blood pressure measurement (n=54). Samsung SBM-100A and Microlife BP 3BU1-5 wrist blood pressure devices vs. Mercury sphygmomanometer was evaluated on Device accuracy according to the International Protocol criteria. The Samsung SBM-100A and Microlife BP 3BU1-5 wrist blood pressure devices failed to meet the International Protocol criteria for accuracy compared to a mercury sphygmomanometer.
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