Hypertensive kidney disease is primarily caused by chronic high blood pressure. Hiranandani Hospital kidney care experts tell us that factors such as a family history of hypertension, unhealthy lifestyle habits, obesity, and certain preexisting medical conditions can aid hypertensive kidney disease development. By understanding the underlying causes, you can take proactive steps to manage your blood pressure and protect your kidney health.

1. I M P A C T OF
HYPERTENSION ON
KIDNEY HEALTH
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2. The kidneys have a significant role in
maintaining blood pressure but when the
kidneys can't process and filter blood it puts
immense pressure on the endothelium.The
sustained high pressure within the blood
vessels can strain the delicate blood
vessels in the kidneys, further impairing their
ability to function properly.This can result in
reduced kidney function and an increased
risk of developing kidney disease leading to
hypertensive nephrosclerosis.

3. Hypertensive kidney disease is primarily caused by chronic high
blood pressure. When blood pressure remains consistently high, it
puts excessive strain on the blood vessels in the kidneys, leading to
damage over time. Hiranandani Hospital kidney care experts tell us
that factors such as a family history of hypertension, unhealthy
lifestyle habits, obesity, and certain preexisting medical conditions
can aid hypertensive kidney disease development. By understanding
the underlying causes, you can take proactive steps to manage your
blood pressure and protect your kidney health.
UNDERSTANDING THE
C A U S E S OF HYPERTENSIVE
KIDNEY DISEASE

4. Complications of Hypertension
on Kidney Function
When hypertension is left uncontrolled, it can lead to
various complications that affect kidney function.
One of the most common complications is the
development of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Over
time,the increased pressure within the blood
vessels can cause damage to the tiny filtering units
in the kidneys,known as nephrons.This damage
impairs the kidneys' ability to filter waste and excess
fluid from the blood,leading to the accumulation of
toxins and fluid retention in the body.Other
complications may include kidney stones,kidney
infections,and in severe cases,kidney failure.

5. Managing Hypertension to
Protect Kidney Health
Prevention is always better than cure, and adopting a healthy
lifestyle can go a long way in preventing hypertensive kidney
damage.This includes:
Adopting a balanced and nutritious diet
Engaging in regular physical Exercise
Limiting alcohol consumption

6. T r e a t m e n t Options f o r
Hypertension -Related Kidney
Disease
Ifhypertension-related kidney disease is unfortunately far beyond
precautions, one can let a sigh of relief knowing various treatment
options can help slow its progression and managesymptoms.
Medications to control blood pressure, such as angiotensin-
converting enzyme (ACE)inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers
(ARBs), may be prescribed to patients and Hiranandani Hospital
kidney transplant experts also propose kidney transplant if the
disease has reached End stage kidney disorder (ESKD).

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