A new device for motion-aware ambulatory blood pressure measurement

L. T. D'Angelo, M. Lohmann, T. C. Lueth

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Abstract

In this contribution, a system for motion-aware ambulatory blood pressure measurement is presented for the first time. Regular measurement of blood pressure is a key factor in controlling hypertension. However, blood pressure measurements in doctor's surgeries are random samples of a value varying during the day. 24h ambulatory blood pressure measurement systems are used to get information about blood pressure changes in the course of a day. Measurement errors can occur due to movement artifacts, wrong posture during the measurement or absence of proper rest time prior to the measurement. The presented system monitors the user's motions and postpones planned measurements if proper rest is not detected. Additionally, it detects whether the user is in the proper upright position during measurement. Both, system concept and evaluations of BP measurement as well as movement and posture detection accuracy are presented.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2011 5th International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare and Workshops, PervasiveHealth 2011
Pages17-23
Number of pages7
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011
Event2011 5th International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare and Workshops, PervasiveHealth 2011 - Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 23 May 201126 May 2011

Publication series

Name2011 5th International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare and Workshops, PervasiveHealth 2011

Conference

Conference2011 5th International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare and Workshops, PervasiveHealth 2011
Country/TerritoryIreland
CityDublin
Period23/05/1126/05/11

Keywords

  • ABPM
  • NIBP
  • acceleration
  • ambulatory
  • artefact
  • blood pressure
  • motion
  • portable
  • posture

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