Segmental blood pressure

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Segmental Blood Pressure

Segmental blood pressure (pronunciation: seg-men-tal bluhd presh-er) is a diagnostic method used to evaluate the blood pressure in different parts of the body, particularly the limbs. This method is often used to detect Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and other vascular conditions.

Etymology

The term "segmental" is derived from the Latin word "segmentum," meaning a piece or part of a whole. "Blood pressure" is a combination of the words "blood," from the Old English "blod," and "pressure," from the Latin "pressura," meaning the act of pressing.

Procedure

The procedure involves taking blood pressure readings at multiple points along the limb, typically the arm or leg. The readings are then compared to identify any significant differences, which could indicate a blockage or narrowing of the arteries. The equipment used for this procedure includes a sphygmomanometer and a Doppler ultrasound device.

Related Terms

  • Peripheral Artery Disease: A common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs.
  • Sphygmomanometer: An instrument used for measuring blood pressure.
  • Doppler ultrasound: A non-invasive test that can be used to estimate the blood flow through your blood vessels by bouncing high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) off circulating red blood cells.
  • Blood Pressure: The pressure of the blood in the circulatory system, often measured for diagnosis since it is closely related to the force and rate of the heartbeat and the diameter and elasticity of the arterial walls.

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