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===Resistant hypertension===
Resistant hypertension is defined as high blood pressure that remains above a target level, in spite of being prescribed three or more antihypertensive drugs simultaneously with different [[mechanism of action|mechanisms of action]]. [[Adherence (medicine)|Failing to take prescribed medications as directed]] is an important cause of resistant hypertension. Resistant hypertension may also result from chronically high activity of the [[autonomic nervous system]], an effect known as ''neurogenic hypertension''. Electrical therapies that stimulate the [[baroreflex]] are being studied as an option for lowering blood pressure in people in this situation.

Resistant hypertension

Resistant hypertension is defined as high blood pressure that remains above a target level, in spite of being prescribed three or more antihypertensive drugs simultaneously with different mechanisms of action. Failing to take prescribed medications as directed is an important cause of resistant hypertension. Resistant hypertension may also result from chronically high activity of the autonomic nervous system, an effect known as neurogenic hypertension. Electrical therapies that stimulate the baroreflex are being studied as an option for lowering blood pressure in people in this situation.