MESI ABPI MD

No, MESI ABPI MD is not a Doppler. Doppler is an ultrasound probe, while MESI ABPI MD uses volume plethysmography to measure the ABI. It is much faster and more objective in detecting and identifying patients with PAD. The accuracy of MESI ABPI MD was confirmed with several clinical studies (85 % sensitivity and 96 % specificity to detect ABI lower than 0.9 was proven). As the device is automated, it eliminates human error that can occur during the standard handheld Doppler measurement. Pressures on the arms and both ankles are measured completely simultaneously, which eliminates error due to blood pressure drift.

• in case of the presence of intravenous cannulas or arteriovenous fistulas, the cuffs and measurement can cause injury to the limb,
• if the patient has had breast surgery/mastectomy,
• do not use the device on a patient while they are connected to a vital sign monitor,
• do not use immediately post-op following a superficial bypass graft without consulting a physician first,
• do not carry out if the patient has severe lower leg pain or severe lower leg wound pain without consulting a physician first,
• do not use for patients with dermatitis, pulmonary hypertension, severe hypertension, Parkinson’s or very edematous limbs,
• do not use with patients who have severe heart failure, gangrene or a recent skin graft on the upper or lower extremity.

Yes, severe PAD is indicated with a warning and the PAD symbol. If the patient has severe PAD, the pulse in the ankles is very weak. This means the ABI cannot be accurately calculated. Instead, the device will analyze the pulse waveform and indicate severe disease with a PAD symbol. In the case of a PAD result, we always recommend repeating the measurement with the device connected to the computer. This provides the full-length pulse waveform, which can be analyzed to confirm the condition.

Yes, the accuracy of the MESI ABPI MD was confirmed with several clinical studies (85 % sensitivity and 96 % specificity to detect ABI lower than 0.9 was proven). As the device is automated, it eliminates human error that can occur during the standard Handheld Doppler measurement. Pressures on the arms and both ankles are measured completely simultaneously, which eliminates error due to blood pressure drift.

If the error is repeated, critical ischaemia may be present. Check the positioning of the cuffs and take the measurement again.

Remind the patient to stay still while the measurement is being taken, and then repeat the measurement.

Refer to the instructions for use for information on cuff placement. Check the position of the cuff, then take another measurement.

Repeat the measurement. If the error is repeated, it means that the measured value is outside the device's measurement range.

Repeat the measurement. If the error is repeated, the measured value is outside the measurement range of the device.

Please check that the cuff is positioned correctly, and refer to the instructions for use to ensure that the correct size has been chosen. If you experience any problems, please contact Support.

The cuff is either not attached, or not attached correctly. Please ensure that the cuff is positioned in accordance with the IFU. Also, check that you are using the correct size of cuff.

Repeat the measurement. If the error is repeated, it means that the measured value is outside the device's measurement range.

Repeat the measurement. If the error is repeated, it means that the measured value is outside the device's measurement range.

Repeat the measurement. If the error is repeated, it means that the measured value is outside the device's measurement range.