Medical articles of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

15/04/2026
Written by Top Doctors
Renal denervation: how does it help, and how long do results last?
Renal denervation works by targeting overactive nerves around the kidneys that contribute to high blood pressure. In suitable patients, it can produce a meaningful and sustained reduction in blood pressure, often lasting for several years, although individual responses vary.
04/02/2026
Professor Sandip Mitra
Consultant Nephrologist
Difficult hypertension: understanding high blood pressure that is hard to control
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions of people in the UK. For most, simple lifestyle changes and blood pressure medication can keep it under control. However, for some, blood pressure remains stubbornly high despite treatment.
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24/10/2025
Dr Sergio Nabais
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Effective treatment of high blood pressure: A practical guide
High blood pressure is a common health conditions that can quietly increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. This guide explores practical strategies that can help keep your blood pressure within a healthy range.
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24/09/2025
Dr G. Sunthar Kanaganayagam
Consultant Cardiologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer
Understanding hypertension: causes, risks, and management
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is consistently too high. Often described as a "silent" condition, it can go unnoticed for years but significantly increases the risk of serious health problems if left untreated. It is one of the most common cardiovascular issues in the UK, affecting millions of adults. In this article, a consultant cardiologist furthers our understanding of hypertension’s causes, symptoms, and how it is treated.
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10/09/2025
Dr Sergio Nabais
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
What are the early warning signs of hypertension?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, usually develops gradually and may not cause noticeable symptoms at first. However, recognising early warning signs can help you seek timely medical advice. In this article, a consultant interventional cardiologist explains what hypertension is and the signs you should look out for.
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04/08/2025
Dr Neil Chapman
Hypertension specialist
Lifting the lid on high blood pressure: key facts on the causes, symptoms and management of high blood pressure
In this article, consultant hypertension specialist Dr Neil Chapman explains the common underlying causes of high blood pressure, how it may manifest, and what can be done to manage it.
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10/06/2025
Dr Mamta Joshi
Endocrinologist
Can high blood pressure have a treatable and reversible cause?
Unlike high blood pressure (“essential” hypertension), which is common and typically linked to lifestyle or genetics, endocrine hypertension, may be treatable or even reversible. In this article, we will explain what endocrine hypertension is, its common causes, signs to watch out for, and how it can be diagnosed and managed.
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16/04/2025
Dr Reni Rusinova
Cardiologist
Why is it so important to manage high blood pressure?
Here to tell us why it is crucial to manage and try our utmost to avoid high blood pressure is esteemed consultant cardiologist, Dr Reni Rusinova.
28/03/2025
Dr Neil Chapman
Hypertension specialist
Take control of your heart health: How early detection of hypertension can prevent future complications
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often referred to as a ‘silent killer’ because it can develop without noticeable symptoms. Detecting and managing hypertension early is essential in preventing serious health complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.
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05/03/2025
Dr Ashan Gunarathne
Consultant interventional cardiologist and associate professor
Hypertension: Causes, risks, and effective management
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a condition that can sometimes lead to severe health risks, including heart disease. Dr Ashan Gunarathne, highly revered consultant interventional cardiologist, explains the causes of hypertension, the medications used to manage it, and when interventional procedures may become necessary.
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