Indian president treated for fractured shoulder
Indian President APJ Abdul Kalam yesterday underwent treatment for a fracture he suffered on his right shoulder bone after he slipped during a walk inside Rashtrapati Bhawan Sunday afternoon.
Kalam, 74, underwent a "closed reduction" of the fracture. "This morning, under short general anaesthesia, closed reduction of the fracture has been done," said Maj Gen L P Sadohtra, Commandant of the Army Hospital here where the president was admitted Sunday night.
Gen Saldhotra clarified that the president did not undergo a surgery for the injury.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. "His Excellency had an uneventful recovery and is cheerful. His condition is fine," added Gen Sadhotra.
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