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Does a blocked blood vessel in the head require surgery if so what does it entail ?
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Blocked vessel: Not every blood vessel needs surgery. Also it may in an area that cannot be accessed. Also what are the effects of the blocked vessel ?Stroke etc...
Answered 11/22/2012
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