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Rod Stewart calls off US tour after 'routine' heart procedure
In a statement, Sir Rod Stewart said he was "sorry to let my fans down"
Sir Rod Stewart has called off the remaining dates of his US tour after having what was described as a "routine" heart procedure.
The 81-year-old singer has been advised by doctors to recuperate for the next four weeks following a coronary stent procedure.
A stent is a small wire tube that can be inserted into coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart, if they have become narrowed or blocked.
"I'm already feeling better and very much on the mend," Sir Rod said on Instagram, external.
"I want to thank the doctors, nurses and everyone who has taken such wonderful care of me.
"I am deeply disappointed to miss these shows and sorry to let my fans down, but I look forward to getting back on stage and having a good time with you all again soon."
The veteran singer, known for classic hits like Maggie May, Sailing and Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?, had been due to perform 11 concerts in the US in the coming weeks, including a six-date residency in Las Vegas.
He had already cancelled shows in Cincinnati on Sunday and Cleveland on Tuesday because of what was described as "an unforeseen but minor medical procedure".
A new statement posted on Instagram, external on Tuesday said: "Following further medical evaluation, Sir Rod Stewart has successfully undergone a routine coronary stent procedure.