Kennedy's brain surgery is risky, doctors say

June 2nd, 2008 in Medicine & Health / Other

(AP) -- Targeted brain surgery like that planned Monday morning 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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