Pavarotti's condition worsens: report

0 Comments | AFP, September, 2007

ROME (AFP) — The condition of celebrated Italian tenor Luciano Pavarotti, 71, has worsened following his operation for pancreas cancer in July last year and hospitalisation last month, media reports said Wednesday.

"Luciano Pavarotti's condition has worsened," Sky TG 24 television reported without providing further details.

Pavarotti was hospitalised on August 8 in Modena in the north of Italy with a fever. He was discharged on August 25 after diagnostic tests were completed.

Hailed as one of the greatest tenors of his generation, Pavarotti underwent surgery for pancreatic cancer more than a year ago and has since had at least five rounds of chemotherapy.

Following his surgery Pavarotti cancelled subsequent concerts, sparking fears that he may never...