What is resistant hypertension?
Hypertension is considered resistant if it falls into either of these categories:
Blood pressure uncontrolled, greater than 140/90 despite taking three or more antihypertensive medications. (For diabetes or renal disease sufferers : blood pressure greater than 130/80 despite taking three or more medications)or Blood pressure controlled, less than 140/90 (or less than 130/80 for those with diabetes or renal disease), on four or more antihypertensive medications in order to keep blood pressure at goal.
The Kidney and Hypertension Doctors are Certified Specialists in Hypertension. We have the latest equipment to achieve a correct diagnosis of your type of blood pressure problem, and the training and experience to adequately treat it with the least amount of medication possible. We also offer lifestyle and adjunct treatments that can assist in reaching your blood pressure goal. Call us today (954)771-3929 for an appointment to be seen in our Hypertension Clinic by one of our specialists.
