Dr. Prasad Chalasani performing RDN procedure at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital
April 18, 2024 – HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, a 435-bed full-service acute care facility, and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in the state, today announced its pioneering status as the first facility on the Treasure Coast to offer the revolutionary Endovascular Renal denervation (RDN) procedure. This groundbreaking, minimally invasive treatment marks a significant advancement in combatting hypertension and providing enhanced care for patients with resistant hypertension.
Renal denervation is a cutting-edge procedure designed to manage hypertension by selectively disrupting nerves in the renal arteries, which are responsible for regulating blood pressure. Unlike traditional approaches, which often rely on medication alone, renal denervation offers a minimally invasive alternative for patients who have not responded to medication or lifestyle changes.
“We are thrilled to provide renal denervation to our patients on the Treasure Coast and beyond,” said Dr. Prasad Chalasani, a cardiologist at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital. “This procedure represents a paradigm shift in the management of hypertension, offering hope and improved outcomes for individuals who have struggled to control their blood pressure through traditional means.”
During the procedure, a catheter is inserted into renal arteries, and radiofrequency energy is applied to disrupt the nerve activity. This helps lower blood pressure by reducing the overactive signaling that can contribute to hypertension, potentially leading to better blood pressure control for patients.
The benefits of renal denervation include:
- Effective blood pressure control: Renal denervation has demonstrated a significant reduction in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, leading to better overall blood pressure control.
- Minimally invasive: Unlike traditional surgical interventions, renal denervation is minimally invasive, resulting in shorter recovery times, reduced hospital stays, and less patient discomfort.
- Reduced medication dependency: By effectively lowering blood pressure, renal denervation may enable patients to reduce their reliance on medications, minimizing side effects and improving quality of life.
Lawnwood Hospital remains committed to staying at the forefront of medical innovation and providing patients with access to the latest advancements in healthcare.
About HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is a 435-bed, full-service acute care hospital accredited by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration as a comprehensive stroke center. Specializing in emergency services, dedicated pediatric emergency services, Level II trauma services, maternity, Level III neonatal services, pediatric intensive care services, comprehensive stroke services, minimally invasive surgery and open-heart surgery, we provide high-quality, exceptional patient care to Fort Pierce residents and the surrounding communities. The hospital has been recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for cardiac care and is an American College of Surgeons Verified Level II Trauma Center. The hospital’s 24-hour emergency room provides specialized hospital services for adults and children of all ages. For more information on HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, please visit hcafloridahealthcare.com or call 772-461-4000.
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is a part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the leading provider of healthcare in the state of Florida. With an employee base of 77,000, HCA Florida Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 50 hospital campuses and more than 450 other care sites.