Investigating the effects of renal nerve denervation on kidney function

Effect of RDN on Renal Function

Observational The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University · NCT05612906

This study is testing if a procedure called renal nerve denervation can improve kidney function in adults with high blood pressure who haven't had success with other medications.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment50 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorThe First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Xiamen, Fujian)
Trial IDNCT05612906 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the impact of renal nerve denervation (RDN) on renal function in patients with hypertension. It will include individuals aged 18 to 75 who have essential hypertension or related conditions and have not responded adequately to multiple antihypertensive medications. The study will assess renal function before and after the RDN procedure to determine its safety and efficacy. Participants will be required to provide informed consent and meet specific inclusion criteria.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 75 with resistant hypertension who are willing to undergo renal nerve denervation.

Not a fit: Patients with secondary hypertension, severe systemic diseases, or unsuitable renal arteries for ablation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the safety of RDN and its potential to improve kidney function in hypertensive patients.

How similar studies have performed: While RDN has shown promise in treating hypertension, the specific effects on renal function are still being explored, making this study a valuable addition to existing research.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1.18\<age≤75 years; 2.clinic blood pressure ≥ 140/90 mmHg or 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring average blood pressure ≥ 135/85 mmHg after taking 3 or more antihypertensive drugs for more than 4 weeks; 3.essential hypertension, renal parenchymal hypertension, or hypertension patients who are willing to receive RDN ; 4.who signed informed consent and were approved by the Ethics Committee of the First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University.

Exclusion Criteria:

* pregnant women or lactating patients;

  * identified secondary hypertension or Pseudo hypertension;

    * whose renal arteries were unsuitable for ablation

      * obvious bleeding tendency and blood system diseases;

        * malignant tumors or end-stage diseases; ⑥Severe peripheral vascular disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm; ⑦A history of the acute coronary syndrome within two weeks; ⑧acute or severe systemic infection; ⑨drug or alcohol dependence or refusal to sign informed consent.

Where this trial is running

Xiamen, Fujian

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Effects of RDN on Renal Function
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.