Blood pressure and renal function before and after percutaneous transluminal renal angioplasty in fibromuscular dysplasia

Abstract

PTRA resulted in better blood pressure control in patients with FMD as compared to a group without FMD under intensified treatment. Although there was little cure, FMD patients needed less antihypertensive medication. Renal function after PTRA remained stable. The benefits of PTRA should be weighed against a higher risk of complications.