Renovascular hypertension (RVHT) is one of the main causes of secondary hypertension, often leading to resistant hypertension, that is, that does not respond well to aggressive medical treatment. This condition is defined as systemic hypertension that manifests as a result of compromised blood supply to the kidneys., In an epidemiological context, RVHT accounts for 1 to 5% of all cases of hypertension and 5.4% of secondary hypertension among young adults. Studies have shown an association this disease with low levels […]
