Jean Chrétien in hospital following brain surgery
Doctors say former PM underwent successful operation
Former prime minister Jean Chrétien is recovering in hospital after successful brain surgery to treat a subdural hematoma. Chrétien underwent the surgery Friday and doctors say they were able to remove the buildup of blood on the right side of his head. The former PM is expected to stay at Montreal’s Jewish General Hospital for the next few days.
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