Renovascular hypertension

Alternative names:

hypertension - renovascular; renal hypertension

Prevention:

Measures that reduce the risk of atherosclerosis may prevent the development of renal artery stenosis.

Lifestyle changes may reduce the risk of hypertension. Lose weight if you are overweight. Excess weight adds to efforts of the heart. Exercise to improve cardiac fitness (check with the health care provider before beginning a rigorous exercise program).

Dietary adjustments may help to control hypertension. Modify your sodium intake. (Sodium intake may have little effect in people without hypertension but may have a profound effect in those with hypertension). Salt, MSG, and baking soda all contain sodium.