Question

what type of complication may result from high blood pressure?
joseph is in his mid - 40s. he has been experiencing high blood pressure for some years now. his primary care doctor referred joseph to anephrologist, who explains that high blood pressure is one of the most common causes of blank because it can damagethe large arteries leading to the kidneys and the tiny blood vessels within the kidneys.

Explanation:

High blood pressure can damage blood vessels in the kidneys. When the large arteries leading to the kidneys and the tiny blood vessels within them are damaged, it can lead to kidney - related issues. Kidney failure (or chronic kidney disease) is a common complication as the kidneys' ability to filter waste and regulate fluid balance is impaired over time due to the vascular damage caused by high blood pressure.

Answer:

Kidney failure (or chronic kidney disease)