Comparison between invasive and noninvasive blood pressure measurements in critically ill patients receiving inotropes

Conclusion Noninvasive BP measurement using an oscilllometric monitor (Philips Intellivue MP-60) is not a reliable alternative to invasive intra-arterial measurement in patients receiving inotropes. The observed difference increased with the number of inotropes that the patient was receiving.
Source: Blood Pressure Monitoring - Category: Cardiology Tags: Clinical Studies and Pathophysiology Source Type: research
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