Accurate blood pressure assessment is fundamental to diagnosing and managing hypertension, yet real-world measurements are often inconsistent or misleading. The Blood Pressure Monitoring session explores how clinic, home, and ambulatory methods can be combined to achieve a true picture of a patient’s blood pressure burden. Participants will examine proper measurement techniques, device selection, and troubleshooting common errors that lead to misclassification of normotension, white-coat hypertension, or masked hypertension. The session is ideal for cardiologists, internists, nurses, and allied professionals committed to improving cardiovascular risk control through reliable measurement.

With growing interest in an cardiology conference, clinicians are keen to understand when 24-hour monitoring adds critical value beyond office readings. This session reviews indications for ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM), interpretation of daytime and nighttime values, and the clinical significance of nocturnal dipping patterns and morning surges. Attendees will learn how ABPM and structured home blood pressure monitoring can guide treatment decisions, avoid overtreatment in white-coat hypertension, and detect masked hypertension that would otherwise be missed in clinic.

A central theme is implementing robust hypertension monitoring protocols across healthcare settings. Participants will explore standardized office measurement techniques, including appropriate cuff size, rest periods, and device calibration. The session addresses emerging technologies such as validated automated kiosks, connected home monitors, and wearable sensors that enable longitudinal tracking of blood pressure patterns. Practical guidance will be provided on integrating readings into electronic health records, setting alert thresholds, and engaging patients in self-monitoring with clear instructions and feedback loops.

The session also emphasizes how accurate monitoring underpins guideline-based management. Attendees will review how risk stratification, initiation of therapy, and treatment intensification depend on reliable data. Case studies will illustrate how improved monitoring can transform care for patients with resistant hypertension, episodic symptoms, or complex comorbidities such as chronic kidney disease or diabetes. By the end, participants will be equipped with practical strategies to raise the quality of blood pressure measurement in their clinics and communities, thereby improving long-term cardiovascular outcomes.