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Devansh AI DA1
Devansh AI DA1
Smart BP
A Deep Learning Approach for Continuous Blood
Pressure monitoring without Cuff
Dr. Vijayaprabhakaran K
Vellore Institute Of Tech. Chennai
Abstract - This project centers on crafting an advanced deep learning model tailored for
continuous blood pressure monitoring, presenting a departure from traditional cuff-based
methods. Employing physiological signals like Photoplethysmography (PPG) and
Electrocardiography (ECG), our objective is to create a non-invasive, astronaut-centric solution.
The utilization of deep learning algorithms enables real-time insights into cardiovascular
dynamics, addressing the imperative need for continuous monitoring during space missions.
Beyond enhancing patient comfort, this model holds the potential to improve early detection of
cardiovascular issues. The distinct focus on astronaut well-being underscores the project's
significance, offering a pioneering solution for uninterrupted blood pressure monitoring in the
unique conditions of extended space expeditions. In summary, this endeavor marks a
technological breakthrough, with direct implications for safeguarding the health of astronauts
on extended space missions.
Introduction:
The traditional method of blood pressure detection, which involves the use of a cuff, has been
found to be inconvenient and intermittent. This has led to a growing need for a more continuous
and non-invasive monitoring system. In response to this need, scientists at the Indian Space
Research Organisation (ISRO) are working on developing a device that can continuously monitor
blood pressure. This is a critical requirement for astronauts during space missions, as
maintaining optimal health and well-being during extended space expeditions is of utmost
importance.Our project is focused on leveraging the advances in deep learning to revolutionize
blood pressure monitoring. We aim to develop a deep learning model that can accurately and
continuously detect blood pressure using physiological signals such as Photoplethysmogram
(PPG) and Electrocardiogram (ECG).
PPG is a non-invasive method that measures the volumetric change of an organ, in this case, the
heart, by measuring light transmission or reflection. On the other hand, ECG is a method that
measures the electrical activity of the heart using electrodes placed on the skin. Both these
signals provide valuable insights into the functioning of the heart and are crucial in our model’s
ability to accurately detect blood pressure.
The significance of our study lies in its potential to enhance patient comfort by eliminating the
need for a cuff, provide real-time insights into a patient’s health, and potentially improve the
early detection of cardiovascular issues. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure can help in
the early detection of hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases, thereby enabling timely
intervention and treatment.
In essence, our project aims to create a non-invasive and efficient solution for blood pressure
monitoring that not only ensures the well-being of astronauts during extended space
expeditions but also has the potential to revolutionize blood pressure monitoring for everyone.
Literature Review:
1. Investigation on the effect of Womersley number, ECG and PPG features for cuff less
blood pressure estimation using machine learning BY -GeerthyThambiraj, Uma Gandhi ,
UmapathyMangalanathan, V. JeyaMaria Jose, M. Anand
This research paper introduces an algorithm for continuous blood pressure monitoring in
intensive care units, aiming to predict cardiovascular ailments. The method extracts informative
features like Womersley number, QRS, QTc interval, and SDI from ECG and PPG signals,
employing regression techniques for continuous blood pressure estimation. The study finds that
a model built with both ECG and PPG time-domain features outperforms a model trained with
PPG features alone. The article discusses the drawbacks of existing continuous noninvasive
techniques and the emerging principle of pulse wave velocity-based blood pressure
measurement. Additionally, the study uses a genetic algorithm for feature selection and
evaluates various machine learning models' performance using metrics such as RMSE, MAE,
MSE, Bias, ICC, and correlation coefficient. The proposed method involves 43 features extracted
from ECG, PPG, and their combination, demonstrating the significance of ECG features in blood
pressure estimation. The study explores the interrelation between ECG features and blood
pressure, emphasizing the importance of incorporating both ECG and PPG features for accurate
continuous blood pressure assessment.
2. Assessment of Non-Invasive Blood Pressure Prediction from PPG and rPPG Signals
Using Deep Learning BY -Georg Osterhoff and Mirco Fuchs
The paper explores the prediction of arterial blood pressure (ABP) from electrocardiogram
(ECG) and photoplethysmography (PPG) signals. The authors propose an LSTM architecture for
ABP prediction and employ generative adversarial networks (GANs) to augment the ABP
training dataset. ECG and PPG are discussed as non-invasive methods for monitoring
cardiovascular conditions. The study highlights the importance of ABP in assessing the risk of
cardiovascular events. Traditional ABP measurement methods are prone to errors, leading to
the exploration of alternative modalities. The LSTM architecture, dense models, and GANs are
evaluated for their effectiveness in predicting ABP. The GAN is trained to create augmented ABP
data, potentially addressing challenges in obtaining ABP data for specific patient demographics.
Results show promising predictions of ABP signals, and the study suggests further
improvements for accuracy. The work aims to contribute to accurate cardiovascular disease
diagnosis and monitoring, especially for obese patients.
6. Long-term Blood Pressure Prediction with Deep Recurrent Neural Networks BY -Peng
Su, Xiao-Rong Ding, Yuan-Ting Zhang, Fellow, IEEE, Jing Liu, Fen Miao, Ni Zhao
In the study, the authors emphasize the importance of accurate and continuous blood pressure
(BP) monitoring for the early detection and intervention of cardiovascular diseases. Existing
methods for BP estimation often lack the capability to model the underlying temporal
dependencies in BP dynamics, leading to accuracy decay over time and requiring frequent
calibration. To address this limitation, the paper introduces BP-Net, an end to-end deep learning
solution that utilizes photoplethysmogram(PPG) signals for estimating Systolic BP (SBP), Mean
Average Pressure (MAP), and Diastolic BP (DBP). BP-Net, deployed on a Raspberry Pi 4, achieves
efficient real-time translation of PPG waveforms to Arterial BP (ABP) waveforms. Furthermore,
the study proposes a signal-to-signal translation UNet architecture named BP-Net,
demonstrating its efficacy in estimating ABP waveforms from PPG signals. The model is trained
and evaluated on datasets, showcasing its ability to accurately predict SBP and DBP based on
international standards. The paper highlights the advantages of BP-Net over conventional
feature engineering methods, offering a promising approach for continuous and non-invasive BP
monitoring.
7. Cuffless Blood Pressure Estimation BY -Diogo Antunes, Diogo Batista, Pedro Osorio
The project aimed to derive blood pressure measures using features extracted from PPG and
ECG signals for continuous and cuffless blood pressure monitoring. MATLAB scripts were
developed to preprocess signals, extract 21 physiological parameters, and build multivariate
linear regression models for blood pressure estimation. A dataset from two patients was
utilized, and Principal Component Analysis (PCA) revealed no specific feature group dominating
variance. Stepwise linear regression identified three relevant features for prediction. The study
emphasized the need for accurate blood pressure measurement methods due to cardiovascular
disease prevalence. Various blood pressure estimation approaches, including cuff-based and
mobile-based methods, were discussed. The proposed model achieved promising results in
predicting systolic and diastolic blood pressure, demonstrating potential for continuous
monitoring. The study recognized the importance of reducing predictor dimensions for
computational efficiency. Overall, the study provided insights into feature extraction,
dimensionality reduction, and regression modeling for cuffless blood pressure estimation.
11. Assessment of deep learning based blood pressure prediction from PPG and rPPG
signals BY –Fabian Schrumpf, Patrick Frenzel, Christoph Aust
The investigation scrutinizes diverse BP measurement techniques, including ultrasound and
tactile sensor based methods, emphasizing the potential of exploiting PPG signals for non-
invasive monitoring. The research introduces machine learning models, such as recurrent neural
networks (RNN) and dense neural networks (DNN), trained on PPG data to predict BP. Transfer
learning techniques are explored, bridging the gap between PPG and rPPG-based BP prediction.
The study compares the performance of various neural network architectures and highlights the
impact of personalization on prediction accuracy. While acknowledging the limitations and the
dependence of prediction errors on underlying BP, the research establishes a foundation for
advancing continuous BP monitoring, with a focus on refining methodologies for enhanced
accuracy and applicability. Furthermore, the study delves into camera-based rPPG signals for BP
estimation, showcasing the potential of supervised machine learning methods. Noteworthy
approaches include transdermal imaging and the utilization of principal component analysis
(PCA) on red color channels. The research also investigates the pulse arrival time (PAT) and
pulse transit time (PTT) for deriving pulse wave velocity (PWV) and subsequent BP inference.
Leveraging the MIMIC-III database and a custom-recorded dataset, the study meticulously
evaluates the neural network architectures, namely AlexNet and ResNet, emphasizing their
performance in predicting systolic and diastolic BP values. The findings contribute valuable
insights into the evolving landscape of continuous BP monitoring, integrating technological
advancements and machine learning methodologies.
12. Generalized Deep Neural Network Model for Cuffless Blood Pressure Estimation
with PhotoplethysmogramSignal Only BY -Yan-Cheng Hsu, Yung-Hui Li , Ching-Chun
Chang and Latifa Nabila Harfiya
The paper delves into the development of a deep neural network model for blood pressure (BP)
estimation exclusively using photoplethysmogram(PPG) signals. Emphasizing the need for cost-
effective and user friendly solutions, the study proposes a model adept at extracting 32 features
from PPG signals. Rigorous performance evaluation, employing metrics such as root mean
square error (RMSE), mean absolute error (MAE), and adherence to medical standards like the
Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and British Hypertension
Society (BHS), underscores the model's remarkable accuracy. With achieved RMSEs of 4.643
mmHg (SBP) and 3.307 mmHg (DBP) across a substantial dataset of 9000 subjects, the model
showcases its effectiveness. The paper advocates for potential applications in wearables and
continuous BP monitoring, particularly for individuals at risk of hypertension. The study
meticulously details the preprocessing steps for enhancing PPG data quality, including noise
removal, normalization, feature point detection, and partitioning. Feature extraction involves 65
features deemed crucial for BP estimation, showcasing the model's comprehensive approach.
The proposed deep neural network, a six-layered structure, is evaluated against stringent AAMI
and BHS standards, demonstrating conformity and high accuracy. The paper concludes with a
call for future research to explore correlations between BP estimation and natural time analysis,
and the practical implementation of the model in wearable devices for continuous BP
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