High blood pressure: Experts outline ‘important' way to check if you have the condition
University of Exeter study recommended measurement of both arms. Lead study author Dr Christopher Clark said: "High blood pressure is a global issue and poor management can be fatal. "This study shows that failure to measure both arms and use the higher reading arm will not only result in underdiagnosis and undertreatment of high blood pressure but also under-estimation of cardiovascular risks for millions of people worldwide.