ARTICLE - 12/11/2008
The Dutchman underwent an exploratory arthroscopic operationRealmadrid.com
Real Madrid striker Ruud van Nistelrooy underwent an exploratory arthroscopic operation on his right knee on Wednesday. The results of the procedure will determine whether any further surgery is needed and how long the recovery period will be.
ARTICLE - 13/11/2008
The striker underwent surgery and will miss the rest of the seasonRealmadrid.com
Following an exploratory arthroscopic operation on Wednesday, it was determined that Ruud van Nistelrooy had a partially torn meniscus in his right knee. Real Madrid's medical staff, Dr. Steadman and the player decided to surgically repair the damaged knee, by which he will miss between six and nine months.