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My kidneys are going to be removed, does this reflect my blood presure?
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Depends on reason: If kidneys are removed while you are already on dialysis and have intractable blood pressure that failed medications then yes blood pressure may improve since they may be the source of it.
Answered 12/8/2014
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Yes. : It usually causes elevation of blood pressure but it is able to be controlled with meds.
Answered 11/3/2018
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