High blood pressure

High blood pressure (arterial hypertension) is one of the most common diseases worldwide. The World Health Organisation (WHO) speaks of arterial hypertension when blood pressure exceeds 140/90 mmHg.

The most common type is primary hypertension, which is due to genetic predisposition and/or certain lifestyle habits (nicotine, alcohol, obesity, inadequate exercise). The so-called secondary causes include kidney disease, vascular changes, hormonal disorders, side effects of medication or sleep disorders. If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to acute complications (e.g. stroke, heart attack) and secondary diseases, particularly of the kidneys, heart, eyes and vascular system.

Clarification of risk factors

To protect against cardiovascular diseases, it is important to clarify risk factors such as diabetes mellitus or elevated cholesterol levels in addition to adjusting blood pressure. These factors are taken into account when customising an individual therapy.

In our hypertension consultation hour, we offer comprehensive diagnostics with clarification of secondary causes in close cooperation with cardiology, vascular surgery, radiology, sleep laboratory and endocrinology. Individual therapy is initiated or optimised in the case of difficult-to-control hypertension. Our goal is to prevent secondary illnesses.

Consultation hours

Our outpatient team is there for you from Monday to Friday from 8.00 am to 12.00 pm.

Appointment booking

Our staff will be happy to help you arrange an appointment during normal office hours: Monday to Thursday between 8.00 am and 4.00 pm and Friday between 8.00 am and 12.00 pm under +49 941 944-7310.

Prof. Dr. Bernhard Banas
Regional Representative of the German Hypertension League
Clinical Hypertension Specialist (European Society of Hypertension)