Microlife BP A200 AFIB Manual page 5

quiet conditions and when you feel relaxed! Take at least
two readings every time (in the morning and in the evening) and
average the measurements.
 It is quite normal for two measurements taken in quick succes-
sion to produce significantly different results. Therefore we
recommend using the MAM technology.
 Deviations between measurements taken by your doctor or in
the pharmacy and those taken at home are quite normal, as
these situations are completely different.
 Several measurements provide much more reliable information
about your blood pressure than just one single measurement.
Therefore we recommend using the MAM technology.
 Leave a small break of at least 15 seconds between two
measurements.
 If you suffer from an irregular heartbeat, measurements taken
with this device should be evaluated with your doctor.
 The pulse display is not suitable for checking the
frequency of heart pacemakers!
 If you are pregnant, you should monitor your blood pressure
regularly as it can change drastically during this time.
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This monitor is specially tested for use in pregnancy and
pre-eclampsia. When you detect unusual high readings in
pregnancy, you should measure after a short while again
(eg. 1 hour). If the reading is still too high, consult your
doctor or gynecologist.
In pregnancy the AFIB symbol can be ignored.
How do I evaluate my blood pressure?
Table for classifying home blood pressure values in adults in
accordance with the international Guidelines (ESH, ESC, JSH).
Data in mmHg.
Range Systolic
1. blood pressure < 120
normal
2. blood pressure 120 - 129 74 - 79
optimum
3. blood pressure 130 - 134 80 - 84
elevated
4. blood pressure too 135 - 159 85 - 99
high
5. blood pressure ≥ 160
dangerously high
BP A200 AFIB
Recommenda-
Diastolic tion
< 74 Self-check
Self-check
Self-check
Seek medical
advice
≥ 100 Urgently seek
medical advice!
The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation.
Example: a blood pressure value of 140/80 mmHg or a value of
130/90 mmHg indicates «blood pressure too high».
2. Important Facts about Atrial Fibrillation (AF)
What is Atrial Fibrillation (AF)?
Normally, your heart contracts and relaxes to a regular beat. Certain
cells in your heart produce electrical signals that cause the heart to
contract and pump blood. Atrial fibrillation occurs when rapid, disorga-
nized electrical signals are present in the heart's two upper chambers,
called the atria; causing them to contract irregularly (this is called fibril-
lation). Atrial fibrillation is the most common form of heart arrhythmia.
It often causes no symptoms, yet it significantly increases your risk of
stroke. You'll need a doctor to help you control the problem.
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AF detection is only activated in AFIB/MAM mode.
Who should be screened for Atrial Fibrillation?
AF screening is recommended for people over 65 years of age,
since the chance of having a stroke increases with age. AF
screening is also recommended for people from the age of 50
years who have high blood pressure (e.g. SYS higher than 159 or
DIA higher than 99) as well as those with diabetes, coronary heart
failure or for those who have previously had a stroke.
In young people or in pregnancy AF screening is not recom-
mended as it could generate false results and unnecessary
anxiety. In addition, young individuals with AF have a low risk of
getting stroke as compared to elder people.
For more information visit our website: www.microlife.com/afib.
Microlife AFIB detection provides a convenient way to screen
for AF (only in AFIB/MAM mode)
Knowing your blood pressure and knowing whether you or your
family members have AF can help reduce the risk of stroke. Microlife
AFIB detection provides a convenient way to screen for AF whilst
taking your blood pressure.
Risk factors you can control
Early diagnosis of AF followed by adequate treatment can signifi-
cantly reduce the risk of getting stroke. Knowing your blood pres-
sure and knowing whether you have AF is the first step in proactive
stroke prevention.
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