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Medical Xpress · November 7, 2026 · On the brief until November 21, 2026

AI-powered smartwatch detects high blood pressure with sensitivity similar to office screening

MedicineBiomedical EngineeringPublic Health
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Estimating hypertension risk from smartwatch optical and motion sensor data

Researchers evaluated an algorithm that detects hypertension using smartwatch optical and motion sensors along with user height. The tool matched traditional office screenings in sensitivity and specificity when tested against 24-hour blood pressure monitors. Care providers gain a method to flag undiagnosed individuals during daily life without requiring cuff calibration.

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Classes can evaluate whether matching office screening sensitivity is sufficient for a wearable tool that cannot directly measure blood pressure.

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