Renal denervation is a minimally invasive procedure that treats high blood pressure, which occurs when blood flows through your arteries at higher than normal pressures. High blood pressure can be caused by lifestyle choices such as poor diet, low physical activity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption. Some medications and health conditions like diabetes can also lead to high blood pressure when not properly managed.

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How does it work?

In a renal denervation procedure, an interventional cardiologist will make a small incision in the groin, insert the catheter, and guide it into a renal artery (kidney). The catheter transmits radiofrequency pulses to the renal arteries, causing damage to the nerves in the artery walls, reducing nerve activity. The radiofrequency pulses work to disrupt the nerve signals that cause high blood pressure. You will be able to walk a few hours after and likely go home the same day.

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Am I a good candidate for treatment?

Patients with difficult to control high blood pressure who do not improve with multiple high blood pressure medications or lifestyle changes, may be good candidates for a renal denervation.

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What can I expect after treatment?

Recovery from this procedure is quick. For most patients, this procedure helps lower high blood pressure over a few months.