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Blood pressure device 'promising'

Postby maureenho » 23 Jan 2015, 13:38

High blood pressure treatment device 'promising'

23 January 2015 Last updated at 01:28

A device the size of a paper clip inserted in the groin has shown promising results in lowering blood pressure, scientists say.

In a study of 83 patients, published in The Lancet, those who received the device experienced an immediate reduction in blood pressure.

But one-third also developed swelling in their leg which needed treatment.

Experts say the device could be a new way of controlling blood pressure, particularly in hard-to-treat cases.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-30938868
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Postby Honey » 23 Jan 2015, 14:18

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Postby annie » 23 Jan 2015, 16:33

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Postby wendy » 24 Jan 2015, 17:36

this is very interesting
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Postby JaneJ » 24 Jan 2015, 17:38

Interest but an eye watering thought!
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