Ronaldo to go under knife
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ByEurosport
Published 05/07/2006 at 15:49 GMT
Brazil's record breaking goalscorer Ronaldo is set to undergo knee surgery following his side's exit from the World Cup, according to the national team doctor. Jose Runco said Ronaldo has been suffering from knee pains for eight months, and only an operat
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Ronaldo's condition is caused by tibial calcification, and sugery is needed to remove the calcium deposits.
"Now at the end of the World Cup he told me that he would probably use the holidays for the surgery. He's had it for eight months and every now and then he complains (of pain)," Runco said.
"If that is what I think it is, it will be a quick surgery and he'll be ready to play by the start of the season," the doctor added.
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