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What are the dangers of having surgery w/ high blood pressure?
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High blood pressure: With uncontrolled blood pressure there are increased risks for surgery these include post op myocardial infractions, strokes or congestive heart failure. The risk is higher when blood pressure is not treated or well controlled.
Answered 1/7/2015
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Many: Arrhythmia /heart failure bleeding during sx.
Answered 1/8/2015
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