Nelson Mandela in "satisfactory condition" after hernia surgery

Nelson Mandela in "satisfactory condition" after hernia surgery
By Nkepile Mabuse, CNN
February 25, 2012

Johannesburg (CNN) -- South African anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela successfully underwent hernia surgery Saturday, a family member told CNN Saturday.

Mandela was "comfortable" and in "a satisfactory condition" Saturday, said the South African president, who referred to the medical event only as "a planned procedure."

The 93-year-old likely will be discharged within the next two days, a Mandela relative told CNN.

Earlier, President Jacob Zuma said Mandela was being treated for a "longstanding abdominal complaint." The president referred to Mandela by his affectionate clan name Madiba.

http://www.cnn.com/2012/02/25/world/africa/south-africa-mandela-hospital/

This is good news. Our thoughts are with him. BBI