Arm vs. leg: which blood pressure reading can you trust?

NCT ID NCT07078045

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study checked how well blood pressure cuffs work on the upper arm, forearm, thigh, and lower leg compared to a more precise measurement inside an artery. 84 adults having surgery took part. The goal was to see if cuffs on other body spots give reliable readings for everyday care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf

    Hamburg, Germany, Germany

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