Ultrasound treatment for hard-to-control high blood pressure
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This clinical trial tests a new procedure that uses gentle ultrasound energy to calm overactive nerves in the kidney arteries that can raise blood pressure. It is for people whose high blood pressure is not well controlled despite taking two or more medications.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You take at least two different blood pressure pills, and your blood pressure is still high (clinic reading 140-180 mmHg and a 24-hour average above 130 mmHg).
- Your resting heart rate is 70 or higher (unless you take a beta-blocker).
- You do not have another condition that causes high blood pressure, like kidney disease, severe sleep apnea, or thyroid problems.
- You have not had a heart attack, stroke, or other major heart event in the last 6 months, and you do not have a pacemaker or ICD.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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