Ultrasound common hepatic artery denervation (CHA-D) as a novel neuromodulatory strategy for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome: first-in-human experience - Scorecard - MDSpire

Ultrasound common hepatic artery denervation (CHA-D) as a novel neuromodulatory strategy for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome: first-in-human experience

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  • Mert Tokcan

  • Franciska Diana Wolter

  • Mathias Hohl

  • Peter Fries

  • Thorsten Kessler

  • Saarraaken Kulenthiran

  • Michael Böhm

  • June 3, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Exploring Ultrasound-Guided Denervation of the Common Hepatic Artery as an Innovative Neuromodulatory Approach for Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome: Initial Human Findings

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionUncontrolled Hypertension (primary focus)
Key MechanismsUltrasound-guided denervation of the common hepatic artery (CHA-D) may reduce sympathetic nervous system activity and improve metabolic parameters.
Target PopulationPatients with uncontrolled hypertension and high cardiometabolic risk, particularly those intolerant to antihypertensive medications.
Care SettingAngiographic catheterization laboratory

Key Highlights

  • CHA-D performed in a patient with symptomatic uncontrolled hypertension and limited pharmacological options.
  • Procedure followed failed previous treatments including lifestyle changes and renal denervation.
  • Safety and efficacy monitored through BP, laboratory parameters, and imaging.
  • Interdisciplinary team assessed eligibility and risks prior to the procedure.
  • Initial findings suggest potential for additional BP lowering and improved metabolic outcomes, including specific metrics.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Assess secondary causes of hypertension and exclude them as clinically appropriate.

Management

  • Consider catheter-based renal denervation for selected patients with uncontrolled hypertension, including alternative treatments.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Continuous monitoring of hemodynamics and safety parameters during the procedure.

Risks

  • Potential complications include dissection, thrombus formation, and vasospasm.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients with uncontrolled hypertension and multiple antihypertensive medication intolerances.

CHA-D may be considered as an experimental option after standard treatments have failed, with clear implications for patient selection.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Conduct thorough pre-procedural evaluations including imaging and laboratory tests.
  • Obtain informed consent after discussing the experimental nature and risks of the procedure.
  • Utilize interdisciplinary teams for patient selection and management.
  • Include follow-up care recommendations post-procedure.

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