LeBron James underwent a successful surgery on Tuesday to remove a right benign parotid growth (near the right jaw).

The parotid gland is the largest of the salivary glands.

James and his family have been aware of this medical issue for several months, but with the clearance of the treating doctors and medical staff, decided to wait until the conclusion of the Cavaliers season to undergo the removal procedure.

The 2008-09 MVP is recovering at the Cleveland Clinic and will soon be returning home to his family.

James is expected to make a full and complete recovery and his doctors are confident that no further procedures will be needed.

Via RealGM Staff Report

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