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Stroke Survivor's New Hope: Nerve Procedure Targets High Blood Pressure
23 Jun
Summary
- New renal artery denervation procedure burns nerves to lower stubborn high blood pressure.
- A stroke survivor used the new nerve-burning treatment after 12 daily pills failed.
- The FDA-approved therapy offers hope for patients who can't tolerate blood pressure meds.
A revolutionary procedure is offering a new lease on life for individuals battling persistent high blood pressure. This treatment approach targets specific nerves, providing an alternative for patients who have struggled with medication.
Steven Politis, a 65-year-old stroke survivor, shared his decades-long fight with hypertension, having taken numerous pills daily with little success. His decision to stop medication led to a stroke last December, serving as a critical wake-up call to find more effective solutions.
Cardiologists at Atrium Health are now utilizing renal artery denervation, an FDA-approved therapy. This minimally invasive procedure uses a catheter to emit radio frequency waves, ablating nerves connected to the kidneys that contribute to high blood pressure.
This treatment is particularly beneficial for patients who cannot tolerate blood pressure medications or whose conditions remain uncontrolled despite pharmacological interventions. While results typically take at least 30 days to become apparent, patients are experiencing significant improvements in their blood pressure management.
