Blood Pressure Measurement System – Working Principle, Components, Types and Applications
Introduction Blood pressure is one of the most important physiological parameters used to evaluate the health of the cardiovascular system. It represents the force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, particularly arteries. Monitoring blood pressure is essential because abnormal blood pressure levels can lead to serious medical conditions such as hypertension, heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, and other cardiovascular diseases. A Blood Pressure Measurement System is a biomedical instrument designed to measure the pressure of blood flowing through the arteries. These systems are widely used in hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, ambulances, and home healthcare environments. With the advancement of biomedical electronics, blood pressure monitoring has evolved from simple mercury-based devices to sophisticated digital monitors capable of continuous and remote monitoring. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), hypertension affects more th...