When every cuff on the market slips down your arm, it’s time to try something new.

SunTech developed the Orbit cuff specifically for ABPM. Its unique sleeve holds the cuff in place for the complete 24-hour study. That means confidence in your cuff that is applied correctly for the best accuracy and patient comfort.

 

  •  Self-applied (patient can self-apply the cuff)
  •  No uncomfortable metal rings
  •  Available in range from 18cm – 55cm

 

Stay Informed with the latest clinical guidance:

With new scientific guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Association of Pediatrics (AAP), here’s the latest on how and when to use ABPM with your patients.

Clinical Standard for Adults from the aHA

The ACC/AHA guidelines recommend ABPM for adults not taking antihypertensive medication with:

  • Systolic BP between 130 and 160mm Hg or
  • Diastolic BP between 80 and 100mm Hg should get screened with ABPM

 

And Annual ABPM for detection of progression with a diagnosis of Elevated BP or White Coat Hypertension.

Interpretation:

The AHA/ACC Guideline for High Blood Pressure in Adults include recommended thresholds for hypertension for office and ambulatory blood pressure:

  • 24-hour 125/75
  • Awake 130/80
  • Asleep 110/65
  • Nocturnal Dip 20%

Where to go for international guidelines:

International guidelines around the world recommend or require the use of ABPM for the diagnosis of hypertension. Additional guidelines on the use of ABPM is available from:

European Society of Hypertension

National Institute of Clinical Excellence (UK)

 

 

 

Posted in Blood Pressure Monitors.