Kidney nerve treatment for high blood pressure pilot study
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a new treatment that uses a device to calm overactive nerves in the kidneys, which may help lower high blood pressure. It is for people who are already taking at least two blood pressure medications and still have high readings.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are taking 2 or more blood pressure medications, including one that targets the kidneys (like an ACE inhibitor or ARB) and another like amlodipine or a diuretic.
- Your blood pressure medications have been the same for at least 30 days.
- Your average daytime blood pressure while awake is at least 135 mmHg (systolic) and less than 170/105 mmHg.
- Your office blood pressure is at least 140 mmHg but below 180 mmHg systolic.
- You do not have atrial fibrillation, uncontrolled sleep apnea, or other serious heart or kidney conditions.
- You are not pregnant, do not have a history of noncompliance with treatment, and do not have certain kidney or urinary tract problems.
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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