We are well aware of the multifactorial nature of hypertension, as well as the fact that it responds well to medication and lifestyle changes. It can be treated with renal denervation (RDN), which has been shown safe and effective in several randomized and non-randomized studies. However, the group of patients that will benefit most from…
A New Opportunity for Renal Denervation
Courtesy of dr. Carlos Fava. At first, renal denervation enjoyed a considerable boost because, according to early studies, it lowered blood pressure (BP). However, after the results of the SYMPLICITY HTN 3 Trial its popularity decreased. Currently, the development of new technologies and greater operator experience may facilitate a change in this scenario. This…