Sir Mick Jagger has successfully undergone heart valve replacement surgery for a medical condition that led to the Rolling Stones postponed gigs in North America.
In a statement, a representative for the 75-year-old rocker said he is "doing very well and is expected to make a full recovery".
Jagger thanked everyone for their support, tweeting on Friday evening: "Thank you everyone for all your messages of support.
"I'm feeling much better now and on the mend – and also a huge thank you to all the hospital staff for doing a superb job."
Thank you everyone for all your messages of support, Im feeling much better now and on the mend – and also a huge thank you to all the hospital staff for doing a superb job.
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) April 5, 2019
According to reports in the US, surgeons were able to access the valve through his femoral artery.
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Doctors are now monitoring the singer for any complications, the reports said.
If left untreated, a blocked artery or damaged valve could lead to a heart attack, which would have far worse consequences for Jagger.
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