Kennedy's brain surgery is risky, doctors say

Courtesy Headlines from the Associated Press  Mon, 06/02/2008 - 09:04

CHICAGO (AP) -- Targeted brain surgery like that chosen for Sen. Edward M. Kennedy is a delicate balance - removing as much tumor as possible improves cancer control, but there's also the risk of harming healthy brain tissue that lets patients walk and talk....

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