Impact of multi-limb oscillometric cuff measurements on hemodynamics: insights from pulse wave propagation modeling.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Multi-limb oscillometric cuff measurements can be used for estimating various vascular parameters and evaluating side differences in arterial pulse waveforms. In this study, we conduct an in silico investigation to evaluate the potential impact of such measurements on hemodynamics.

Methods

We employed a 0-1D model of pulse wave propagation to examine the relationship between different levels of oscillometric cuff pressure applied simultaneously at multiple sites (right above the wrists and/or ankles) and the resulting changes in blood pressure and flow at selected sites in the vascular system, assuming the absence of cardiovascular regulatory mechanisms. The simulations included various combinations of cuff placements, including four cuffs applied simultaneo

SUBMITTER: Wolos K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12394220 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature