All blood pressure monitors are really all the same aren’t they? Which is the most accurate? I’m confused as all BP monitors seem to be the same. What about reliability and durability?
These are some of the questions our sales team are frequently asked and it’s true many digital blood pressure monitors offer similar features and claim to offer similar “clinically validated accuracy”.
But what about durability and reliability?
Up until now many clinicians purchased low cost digital blood pressure monitors designed originally for home or retail use. As good as some of these monitors are they are not necessarily intended for repeated use on a daily basis or designed to stand up to the rigours of Hospital or Primary Care use. Monitors in these environments can be subjected to drops and knocks associated with a busy ward or unit.
Expensive vital signs type monitors designed for professional use are available but with features not necessarily needed by all.
The new A&D Medical UM-201 aims to sit somewhere between these two camps and is aimed at the clinician looking for simple one button operation, accurate readings and cost effectiveness whilst anticipating heavy and prolonged daily use.
The durable and chemical resistant body and cuffs (3 sizes are available) are easy to clean and disinfect with common antiseptic agents and the low whole life running costs make this BP monitor suitable for the Hospital environment. The UM-201 features A&D’s latest Electronic Constant Exhaust Valve (ECEV) for enhanced measurement accuracy as well as Irregular Heartbeat Detection (IHB) technology.
The integrated carry handle and cuff holder, large easy to read angled LCD and light weight are design features appreciated by professional users.
It is one of a new range of new A&D blood pressure monitors aimed at the professional user with built in “Technology You Can Trust”. To find out more visit our main website.
