Fernandez , 58 , was sworn in for a second four-year term last month after she won re-election with more than 54 % of the vote . Support : Hundreds of supporters wave flags and banners outside the hospital . Health : President Cristina Fernandez - Kirchner 's operation was a success . The president 's tumor was removed after doctors detected papillary carcinoma . She has handed power temporarily to the vice president until January 24 .
Support : Hundreds of supporters wave flags and banners outside the hospital . Health : President Cristina Fernandez - Kirchner 's operation was a success . The president 's tumor was removed after doctors detected papillary carcinoma . She has handed power temporarily to the vice president until January 24 .