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Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) Benefits and Indications

 

Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM)
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) Device Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) offers several benefits over traditional office-based blood pressure measurements: Benefits & Indications: 1. More Accurate Diagnosis: ABPM provides a comprehensive picture of blood pressure patterns over 24 hours, reducing the risk of misdiagnosis. 2. Identification of Masked Hypertension: ABPM can detect masked hypertension, where blood pressure is normal in the office but elevated at home. 3. Assessment of Blood Pressure Variability: ABPM measures blood pressure variability, which is a predictor of cardiovascular risk. 4. Detection of Nocturnal Hypertension: ABPM can identify nocturnal hypertension, which is associated with increased cardiovascular risk. 5. Monitoring of Treatment Efficacy: ABPM helps assess the effectiveness of antihypertensive therapy and guides treatment adjustments. 6. Reduced White Coat Hypertension: ABPM minimizes the impact of white coat hypertension, where blood pressure is elevated in the office due to anxiety. 7. Improved Patient Adherence: ABPM encourages patients to take an active role in monitoring their blood pressure, promoting better adherence to treatment. 8. Cost-Effective: ABPM can reduce healthcare costs by avoiding unnecessary treatments and hospitalizations. Consult your doctor to have your BO monitored in this way ....THANKS

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