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Is there evidence to support the use of automated blood pressure checks during exercise stress testing, or does manual BP remain superior in terms of accuracy and consistency?

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Cardiology · Henry Ford Health

While there are certainly some advantages with automated blood pressure monitors, there are some limitations that require a manual backup or check. Exercise peak BPs should be verified with manual cuffs as well as measurements during arrhythmias, which can affect the accuracy of automated devices. A...

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