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Value of Different Methods of Blood Pressure Measurement in Clinical Practice
| Method of Blood Pressure Measurement | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility | Clinic (mm Hg) | Self (mm Hg) | Ambulatory (mm Hg) |
| Predicts outcome | + | + | + + |
| Diagnostic use | + | + | + + |
| Normal limit | 140/90 | 135/85 | 135/85 (day) |
| Evaluation of treatment | + | + + | + |
| Improves adherence | − | + | − |
