title: [The indirect measurement of arterial pressure: a review].
abstract: This study deals with the indirect arterial blood pressure measurement, particularly the American Heart Association recommendations for sphygmomanometry References are made regarding the ratio arm circumference/cuff width and the errors caused by inadequate cuff size. Several variables involved in the procedure of arterial blood pressure measurement are discussed.
authors.forename: E A
authors.initials: EA
authors.lastname: Arcuri
mesh_terms: D000572:American Heart Association; D001795:Blood Pressure Determination / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D015924:Blood Pressure Monitors; D006801:Humans; D014481:United States
vernacular_title: Medida indireta da pressão arterial: revisão.