Omron HEM-742
Description: The Omron HEM-742 is a clinically validated automatic blood pressure monitor. Measurements are taken from the upper arm and it is intended for self-measurement and home use.
Assessment:
The technology used in the Omron HEM-742, to measure blood pressure, has passed in a clinical validation study, in a general population, according to a recognised standard protocol, as published in a peer-reviewed publication.
| Accuracy Assessment | Recommendation | Basis | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medaval | Legacy approval | Older clinical validation; older protocol | ||
| ESH (Europe) | Self-measurement for adults and children | Published evidence | ||
Validation Publications
Christofaro DG, Fernandes RA, Gerage AM, Alves MJ, Polito MD, Oliveira AR. Validation of the Omron HEM 742 blood pressure monitoring device in adolescents. Arq Bras Cardiol. 2009 Jan;92(1):10-5. PMID: 19219259. In English, Portuguese, Spanish.
BHS:1993 - Pass (A/A) General population
