Suntech Tango
Description: The Suntech Tango is a clinically validated automatic blood pressure monitor. Measurements are taken from the upper arm and it is intended for both professional use and self-measurement. This device is now obsolete.
Assessment:
The technology used in the Suntech Tango, to measure blood pressure, has been assessed, in a specific population, according to a non-standard protocol.
| Accuracy Assessment | Recommendation | Basis | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medaval | None | When an evaluation is carried out using a non-standard protocol, no inference can be made on accuracy based on a standard protocol. | ||
Validation Publications
Cameron JD, Stevenson I, Reed E, McGrath BP, Dart AM, Kingwell BA. Accuracy of automated auscultatory blood pressure measurement during supine exercise and treadmill stress electrocardiogram-testing. Blood Press Monit. 2004 Oct;9(5):269-75. PMID: 15472500.
Ad Hoc protocol Supine Exercise IA (n=5)
Ad Hoc protocol Threadmill Exercise IA (n=10)
