[New battery-powered equipment for continuous measurement and monitoring of blood pressure and body temperature].

This study reviews two newly developed battery-powered monitors for the accurate and invasive measurement of arterial blood pressure and body temperature. Their way of functioning is described in detail. Both devices allow a close monitoring of blood pressure, pulse rate and body temperature and a suitable intervention during the transport of critically ill patients and organ donors. Both monitors have high accuracy and stability, simplicity of operation and are robust. They are also relatively small and light. In addition, the devices are very suitable for measurement not only in humans but also in small animals like rats. The temperature monitor shows high accuracy in a range from -20 to 100 degrees C and is well suited for momentary and continuous temperature measurement in many other fields of application.