Why Is Out-of-Office Blood Pressure Measurement Needed?: Home Blood Pressure Measurements Will Increasingly Replace Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring in the Diagnosis and Management of Hypertension (original) (raw)

The growing importance of home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) is evident in their increased use for diagnosing and managing hypertension. These techniques address the limitations of office blood pressure measurements, such as the white coat effect and random errors inherent in a clinical setting. With the advent of automated oscillometric devices, HBPM has gained popularity, raising questions about the complementary roles of HBPM and ABPM, as well as their prognostic value compared to traditional office measurements.