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Haaretz Journalist Underwent Cancer Surgery While Awake
Haaretz journalist Shlomi Eldar, 69, underwent surgery to remove a cancerous bladder tumor while remaining awake at Assuta Ashdod Hospital. He chose to stay conscious due to fear of general anesthesia and watched the procedure on a monitor. The diagnosis came after Eldar noticed blood in his urine six months prior.
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What happened
- 01Haaretz journalist Shlomi Eldar, 69, had bladder cancer surgery while awake.
- 02Eldar chose to remain conscious due to fear of general anesthesia.
- 03He watched the surgical removal of cancerous cells on a monitor.
- 04The tumor was discovered six months ago after Eldar noticed blood in his urine.
- 05Eldar recently faced backlash for a book alleging a pre-October 7th warning to Netanyahu.
- 06He praised the medical team and highlighted Israel's healthcare quality.
Eldar recently faced public criticism for a book alleging a warning from UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before October 7th.
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