Renal artery stenting · Thane
Healthy arteries.
Healthy kidneys.
Narrowing of the arteries that supply the kidneys can drive stubborn high blood pressure and affect kidney function. Dr. Dhanse helps determine whether stenting is appropriate — and when it is not.
Overview
Evaluation and treatment of narrowed kidney arteries.
Renal artery stenosis is a narrowing of one or both arteries carrying blood to the kidneys. It may contribute to high blood pressure that is hard to control, or to a decline in kidney function.
In selected patients, a stent can be placed through a small puncture to hold the artery open. The decision depends on how severe the narrowing is, how it is affecting you, and what other treatments have achieved.
Careful selection matters. Medicines alone are the right answer for many people, and that is part of an honest evaluation.
Who it’s for
An evaluation may be considered if you have
Hard-to-control blood pressure
Despite taking several medicines as advised.
Sudden worsening of blood pressure
In someone whose pressure was previously well controlled.
Declining kidney function
Particularly after starting certain blood-pressure medicines.
Recurrent unexplained fluid in the lungs
Flash breathlessness along with high blood pressure.
Other vascular disease
Narrowing in the heart or leg arteries is sometimes accompanied by kidney artery narrowing.
A scan showing renal artery narrowing
And you want a specialist view on next steps.
If you have severe chest pain, fainting or difficulty breathing, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.
The process
How the evaluation works.
Every step is explained, and every decision is yours.
Request an appointment- 01
Review of your story
Blood-pressure history, medicines, kidney reports and previous scans, reviewed carefully.
- 02
Imaging and tests
Doppler, CT or MR angiography and blood tests where appropriate to assess the arteries and kidney function.
- 03
Is stenting right?
An honest discussion of expected benefit and risk, including options that do not need a procedure.
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Treatment and follow-up
If a stent is advised, the procedure is followed by monitoring of blood pressure and kidney function.
Common questions
On your mind.
Answered.
About renal artery stenting.
It can help in selected patients, but results vary and some people still need medicines. Your doctor can explain what to realistically expect in your case.
Non-invasive imaging such as Doppler ultrasound, CT or MR angiography can usually show this, once your doctor suspects it.
It is performed only in carefully selected patients, because many people with narrowing do well on medical treatment alone.
Related care
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Peripheral interventions
Targeted care for narrowed blood vessels outside the heart, with treatment matched to your needs.
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Coronary interventions
Specialist assessment and minimally invasive treatment for narrowed or blocked heart arteries.
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Cardiology consultation
A clear understanding of your symptoms, risks, and next steps — from a doctor who takes time to listen.
Treatment is recommended after individual clinical evaluation. Images are illustrative.
Ready when you are.
A thoughtful conversation can be the start of better heart health.