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Vice President Dick Cheney had successful surgery on Saturday to repair aneurysms on the back of both knees and was alert and comfortable after the six-hour procedure, his spokesman said.
Cheney, who has a history of heart problems, was under local anesthesia during the surgery at George Washington University Hospital.
“He will remain in the hospital for up to 48 hours to monitor his recovery. He is expected to resume a regular schedule when he is released to [go] home,” said Steve Schmidt, counselor to the vice president.
