HypertensionDowney, CA
What you need to know about high blood pressure
High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is a very common health issue around the world.
Who has high blood pressure?
- > 1.2 billion people worldwide1
- ~50% of all adults in the U.S.2
- ~60% of Black adults in the U.S.2
- ~46% of adults with high blood pressure are unaware they have it.
What is considered high blood pressure?
U.S. guidelines from the American Heart Association define high blood pressure as any value greater than 130/80 mmHg.
What are the health risks?
If you have high blood pressure, your heart works harder, raising your risk of:
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Heart failure
- Kidney failure
These risks are very serious — especially if your high blood pressure is left untreated. 80% of adults with high blood pressure don’t have it under control.
What you need to know about treating your high blood pressure
What treatments are available?
Your need for treatment depends on overall health, family history, and other risk factors. Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, medications, and other treatments can help you lower your blood pressure.
What if typical treatment options are not enough?
For some patients, a complementary treatment for high blood pressure may be appropriate. The Medtronic SymplicityTM blood pressure procedure is a safe, effective treatment that is clinically proven to reduce high blood pressure regardless of how many medications you’ve tried or when you were diagnosed. This minimally invasive procedure calms excessively active nerves near the kidneys that may be contributing to your high blood pressure.
Not every person will experience the same results. The Medtronic Symplicity blood pressure procedure does have known risks. These risks should be considered in relation to the potential benefits of the procedure. Click here for important safety information.
Where can I learn more about the Medtronic SymplicityTM blood pressure procedure?
Watch this video to see how the Symplicity blood pressure procedure works Symplicity patient explainer video.
Download this brochure for additional information on clinical results and to learn what to expect from the Symplicity blood pressure procedure.
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