Arterial hypertension remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, although it can be controlled. Early detection and proper monitoring of blood pressure are key to preventing serious cardiovascular complications.
Why does blood pressure monitoring and measurement quality matter?
Unreliable devices or incorrect pressure measurement can lead to:
- misdiagnosis of hypertension or its omission,
- prescribing unnecessary or incorrect treatment,
- increased risk of heart attack, stroke and other complications.
Since hypertension is often asymptomatic, regular home monitoring with a high-precision Microlife blood pressure monitor is the best way to detect the problem at an early stage.
How is hypertension classified?
Diagnosis and treatment strategy selection are based on blood pressure readings. It is important to remember that blood pressure is a variable value, and threshold values are indicative.
Based on the updated standards published by the European Society of Hypertension (ESH) in 2023, the approach to defining and treating hypertension has been refined based on the latest research. Microlife follows these updates, implementing them in its technologies for maximum measurement accuracy.
Hypertension in numbers
- 77%of people who had their first stroke had diagnosed hypertension.
- 69%people with their first heart attack also suffered from high blood pressure.
- Systolic pressure above 160 mm Hg significantly increases the risk of developing heart failure.
- Hypertension is the second leading cause of kidney failure.
A disturbing fact: almost half of patients with high blood pressure do not reach their target values.
Benefits of home blood pressure monitoring with Microlife
Patients who measure their blood pressure daily at home using Microlife devices demonstrate significantly better disease control, which has a positive impact on treatment outcomes.
Advantages of home monitoring:
Among the advantages of home monitoring we can mention:
- Reducing the need for frequent visits to the doctor.
- Increasing patient awareness about their own health.
- Better adaptation of therapy to real blood pressure indicators.
- Early diagnosis of concomitant disorders, such as arrhythmias, thanks to Microlife AFIB technology.
Differences between men and women
Arterial hypertension manifests itself differently depending on gender:
- Among young people, hypertension is more common in men: approximately 27% versus 12% in women.
- After menopause, the prevalence of hypertension among women increases dramatically due to hormonal changes.
- Each 10 mmHg increase in systolic pressure increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by 15% in men and 25% in women.
That is why regular blood pressure monitoring with certified Microlife blood pressure monitors is important for both men and women - throughout their lives.
Result
Arterial hypertension is not a death sentence. Timely monitoring and correct blood pressure measurement help avoid dangerous consequences.
Microlifeoffers reliable solutions for accurate and convenient blood pressure monitoring at home so you can always be confident in your health.