Secondary Hypertension Evaluation

Secondary Hypertension Evaluation focuses on finding an underlying cause for blood pressure that is unusually high, hard to control, or appearing at a young age. As kidney specialists, we consider conditions such as narrowed kidney arteries, hormonal disorders, medication effects, and structural kidney problems.

We start with a detailed history and exam, then choose targeted blood tests, urine studies, and imaging rather than ordering everything at once. Our goal is to identify whether there is a treatable driver of your hypertension.

When we discover a specific cause, we adjust your treatment plan accordingly, often simplifying medication regimens and improving control. Even when no reversible cause is found, the evaluation itself helps us design a more precise blood pressure strategy that better protects your kidneys, heart, and brain over the long term.