Qardio Arm
Wireless, portable blood pressure monitor.
About the product
Assessment Overview
Foundational criteria clusters
This constitutes the foundational threshold.
Clinical utility and safety
The Qardio Arm has been validated according to the European Society of Hypertension International Protocol Revision 2010 3 However, there is no information on how it handles potentially dangerous information entered by a patient.
Data management
Qardio Arm has a clear privacy policy and informs users about data confidentiality 6. However, there is no information on data deletion capabilities.
Endorsement
Qardio Arm is FDA cleared 7, which is a strong endorsement, but there is no information on other endorsements or reviews by health organizations.
Maintenance
There is no information provided on the frequency of updates for the device or app.
Contextual criteria clusters
Emphasizes the tool's integration into specific scenarios.
Data-protection compliance
Qardio Arm complies with relevant data privacy and protection laws 6 .
Safety regulatory compliance
The device has gone through proper certification processes to ensure safety and is FDA cleared 7
Interoperability and data integration
There is no information on the ability to exchange data with other systems or users.
Cultural requirements
There is no information on whether the Qardio Arm takes into account culturally relevant factors.
Affordability
The device is priced at $99.95, which may be considered affordable for some users, and there is a discount available 6. However, affordability can vary based on the local socioeconomic context.
Cost-benefit
There is no detailed cost-benefit analysis provided, but the device's direct cost is known 6 .
Implementatability
The Qardio Arm fits well into existing workflows as a portable and easy-to-use device 6. However, there is no information on the need for additional resources or infrastructure.