- What it is: A new procedure to treat high blood pressure that uses heat to target nerves near your kidneys (not a first-line treatment).
- What it does: Helps lower your blood pressure if medications aren’t working well or cause side effects.
- Why you might need it: You have high blood pressure that medication can’t control or you have side effects from medication.
- What to expect:
- Talk to your doctor about if RDN is right for you.
- Done like a catheter procedure (thin tube inserted in your groin).
- Uses heat to target nerves near your kidneys.
- You’ll likely go home the next day.
- Benefits:
- May help lower blood pressure if medications aren’t working well.
- May be an option if you can’t tolerate medications.
- After the test:
- You may need to adjust your blood pressure medications.
- It may take up to 6 months to see the full blood pressure effects.
- Risks:
- Similar to a catheter procedure (low risk of bleeding, allergic reaction).
Talk to your doctor to see if RDN is right for you!
