KBM Japan SA-501 Aneroid Sphygmomanometer

The KBM Japan SA-501 Aneroid Sphygmomanometer is a medical device designed for manual blood pressure measurement. It is primarily used to monitor systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels in patients.

Manual Monitoring (SA-501)

• Highly accurate when used correctly.
• No batteries or power needed – always ready to use.
• Cost-effective compared to digital monitors.
• Better sensitivity for professionals trained in auscultation.
• Ideal for clinical training and long-term home use.

Primary Purpose

To measure arterial blood pressure manually using the auscultatory method (listening to Korotkoff sounds with a stethoscope), which provides accurate and reliable readings.

Uses

• Healthcare Professionals: Doctors, nurses, paramedics.
• Medical Students: For learning clinical blood pressure measurement.
• Home Users: For self-monitoring, especially those with hypertension or hypotension.
• Ideal For:
• Personal/home use
• Healthcare professionals
• Medical students
• Clinics and hospitals

Works (Functionality)

The SA-501 combines three key tools into one system:

1. Inflatable cuff: Wraps around the upper arm to restrict blood flow.
2. Aneroid gauge (dial): Measures pressure in mmHg (millimeters of mercury).
3. Integrated stethoscope: Detects Korotkoff sounds to determine systolic and diastolic pressure.

Step-by-Step Usage Purpose

1. Preparation:
   • Sit in a relaxed position with your arm at heart level.
   • Wrap the cuff snugly around your bare upper arm.
2. Inflation:
   • Use the rubber bulb to inflate the cuff.
   • Inflation temporarily stops blood flow in the brachial artery.
3. Auscultation:
   • Place the stethoscope head (attached to the cuff) over the brachial artery.
   • Slowly release air using the valve on the bulb.
4. Listening and Reading:
   • The first sound heard (Korotkoff sound) = Systolic pressure.
   • The last sound heard before silence = Diastolic pressure.
   • Read the values on the aneroid gauge.
5. Deflation and Record:
   • Fully deflate the cuff and remove it.
   • Record the measurement (e.g., 120/80 mmHg).

kBM SA-501 JAPAN

Japanese air pressure device with stethoscope KBM SA 501