An Indonesian dubbed 'Tree Man' because of massive bark-like warts all over his body underwent a ninth round of surgery, to remove more of the growths, a doctor said.
Dede dowwara, 28, had extensive treatment last year for the first time to cut off 13.2 kg of the fast-growing warts.
Seven surgeions worked for four hours in the lastest operation to remove 1.4 kg of the thick growths, which have drawn worldwide attention to the villager.