The disorder can cause severe, permanent, life-threatening consequences from pressure damage to multiple organs of the body, including the brain, eyes, blood vessels, heart, and kidneys. If not already present, acute renal failure may develop as a complication of malignant hypertension. Other complications may also develop. Intravenous medications such as nitroprusside, nitroglycerin, or others may reduce blood pressure . The medication may need to be adjusted occasionally.
Hypertension can be difficult to control.
If it is not treated promptly, complications may be severe and life threatening. Call your health care provider if known hypertension is poorly controlled. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.