What Is Renal Artery Denervation?
Renal Artery Denervation (RDN) is a minimally invasive procedure designed to help patients with resistant hypertension—high blood pressure that remains elevated despite taking multiple medications. Using a specialized catheter, controlled energy is delivered to the renal nerves that influence blood pressure regulation. By reducing overactive nerve signaling, this procedure helps naturally lower and stabilize blood pressure over time.
Who Is a Candidate for Renal Artery Denervation?
This procedure may be appropriate if you have uncontrolled blood pressure despite multiple medications, experience side effects from your current regimen, or are seeking a minimally invasive option for long-term blood pressure control. Your cardiology team will evaluate your medical history, kidney function, and current treatment response to determine your eligibility.
How the Procedure Works
A small catheter is inserted through a leg artery and guided to the renal arteries. Controlled radiofrequency or ultrasound energy is applied to calm overactive renal nerves. The catheter is removed with no implant or stent left behind. The procedure typically takes about one hour, and most patients return home the same day.
Benefits of Renal Artery Denervation
RDN can help lower blood pressure in patients with resistant hypertension, reduce the need for multiple medications, and offer long-term control supported by clinical research. Because it is minimally invasive, recovery is typically quick and comfortable.
Recovery and Follow-Up
After the procedure, patients are monitored for a few hours before heading home. Follow-up visits help track blood pressure improvements and adjust medications as needed. Most patients experience a gradual, sustained reduction in blood pressure in the months after treatment.
Why Choose Cardiac and Vascular Consultants?
Cardiac and Vascular Consultants provides advanced, patient-centered cardiovascular care using the latest technology and techniques. Renal artery denervation is one of the innovative treatments offered to support patients with complex hypertension and improve long-term outcomes.
