Nuevo procedimiento que ayuda a controlar la hipertensión

High blood pressure is one of the most common and dangerous conditions in Puerto Rico and the world. Although many people experience no symptoms, the risk of serious complications such as heart attacks and strokes is real and growing. But what happens when blood pressure doesn't respond even to standard treatments? We are faced with resistant hypertension, a condition that requires urgent attention and innovative solutions. For those living with resistant hypertension, advanced medical alternatives exist. One of these options, backed by science and developed by Medtronic, offers real hope for those struggling with resistant hypertension: renal denervation. In this episode, interventional cardiologist Dr. Bayoan Ramos Parra explains the renal denervation procedure developed by Medtronic. This process uses radiofrequency energy to deactivate nerves near the kidneys and help lower blood pressure. The procedure is minimally invasive, performed in specialized centers, and does not require permanent implants. It is indicated for patients whose hypertension is not controlled with conventional medications, under medical supervision. International research shows that this technology provides lasting benefits and a significant reduction in blood pressure. The procedure is FDA-approved and is used in more than 60 countries.