Highlights the historical recognition of the kidney's role in hypertension, particularly the importance of identifying unilateral renal lesions like renal artery stenosis that may be amenable to surgical cure.
Hypertension and kidney share a bidirectional relationship. The kidneys participate in the development and maintenance of primary hypertension, and chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the most common cause of secondary hypertension. On the other hand, increased blood pressure of any etiology can lead to renal damage and, especially if accompanied by proteinuria, is an important factor for CKD progression.
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