surgery

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Since their invention in the 1960s, lasers have transformed both science and daily life, powering everything from grocery store scanners to vision-correcting surgery.

From Science Daily

When asked about medical conditions, Woods said he had seven back surgeries and more than 20 operations on his leg.

From The Wall Street Journal

He was generally feeling unwell but had no bowel symptoms, yet needed surgery just two days after his 50th birthday.

From BBC

Asked about his medical condition, the report said, "Woods advised he's had seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his leg... Woods advised he has a limp and his ankle seizes while walking."

From Barron's

Over the years, Mr. Woods has undergone at least seven back surgeries and multiple procedures on his left knee.

From The Wall Street Journal