Statements released by doctors and the Tinkoff-Saxo team seem to indicate that Ivan Basso did not have testicular cancer and that his recent surgery should solve all complications.
Professor Francesco Montorsi, Director of the Urology Surgery Unit at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan, issued the following statement regarding Ivan Basso’s latest medical condition:
“Today, 20 July 2015, Ivan Basso underwent a post-surgery checkup. The patient has perfectly recovered from the intervention. The final histological examination shows, currently, no indication for additional treatment and the patient will be closely observed during the following months. It is recommended the patient should rest for a period of one month. Professor Montorsi and his team are absolutely optimistic on the complete healing of Ivan Basso.”
A joyful Basso commented on the encouraging news: “I am extremely happy with the outcome of the surgery and I would like to deeply thank Tinkoff-Saxo’s team doctor, Piet De Moor, the doctors and medical staff of the Tour de France as well as Professor Montorsi and his team. Professor Montorsi has allowed me to travel by plane and I look forward to meeting the rest of the Tinkoff-Saxo squad in Paris to celebrate the end of the Tour de France.”
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