This app helps classify blood pressure in children and adolescents based on sex, age, and height. It provides reference percentiles for informed clinical assistance, but does not measure blood pressure or replace professional medical advice.
2.0
April 21, 2025
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PAPed is used to classify blood pressure in children and adolescents according to sex, age, and height criteria. It provides reference percentiles to assist healthcare professionals in their practice.
No, PAPed does not measure blood pressure. It provides an automated classification based on entered data and established references, and is intended for informational purposes only.
PAPed was developed by Yasmin Eugenia and was first released on May 21, 2021. The latest version, 2.0, was last updated on April 21, 2025.
PAPed is rated for ages 17+ and is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It requires iOS to function.
Yes, PAPed is available for free and does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.
PAPed serves as an aid for pediatricians and other healthcare providers by offering a quick classification of a child's blood pressure against current guidelines and reference percentiles.
The data used in PAPed is based on the article 'Diretriz de prática clínica para rastreamento e controle da hipertensão arterial em crianças e adolescentes,' which can be found at pediatrics.aappublications.org.
No, PAPed explicitly states that it does not replace the guidance of a doctor or healthcare professional. Its use is strictly for informational purposes, and users should seek medical advice before making any health decisions.
