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For kids with high blood pressure, surgery can help when medicines fail

12-28-2006 · EurekAlert!

High blood pressure may seem like something that only adults get, but children can develop it too -- and it can pose serious risks to their hearts, brains and lives. While medications may help some children, a new study shows that for kids with a rare but especially dangerous form of hypertension, surgery is the best option.

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