Doctors completed a heart procedure Friday on British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who has been suffering from palpitations, Sky News reported. Blair, 51, was driven to London’s Hammersmith Hospital Friday morning for what is known as a catheter ablation. The procedure comes just before he launches a campaign for a third term as Britain’s leader. Earlier this week he downplayed the seriousness of the procedure. “It’s not particularly alarming, but it’s something that you should get fixed,” Blair said. “It’s a routine procedure. I’ve had it (heart palpitations) for the last couple of months, and it’s not impeded me doing my work and feeling fine, but it is as well to get it done.” Blair is expected to leave the hospital sometime this weekend. © Copyright 2004 by United Press International

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