Former President Jair Bolsonaro (PL) underwent sixth gut surgery last Sunday (13). This time, the procedure was at DF Star Hospital. The hospitalization occurred after he had severe pain as he had a schedule in the interior of Rio Grande do Norte the day before (12). A week after being operated,
The operation, considered of high complexity, lasted about 12 hours and was made to resolve a intestine block caused by adhesions – tissues that form between organs after surgery.
Bolsonaro had been through five operations since he was stabbed during the 2018 campaign, and current complications originated in this episode.
Recovery
Since hospitalization, the medical team evaluates that the recovery has been within the expected. In the early days, Bolsonaro remained under observation in the ICU, with restricted diet and constant accompaniment. It is being venously fed and, until this Saturday (19), had not yet resumed oral feeding.
On Tuesday (15), the hospital reported that he presented and that the exams showed regular functioning of the intestine, which is a positive sign.
On Wednesday (16), Bolsonaro began his health, with the help of professionals. According to doctors, this type of movement is important to avoid further complications.
Care
In videos released on social networks, the former president appeared walking with slow steps ,. In another moment, he thanked his support and said he was optimistic about the recovery.
On Thursday (17), the medical team removed part of the dressings and assessed that healing is occurring normally. Bolsonaro remains without fever and without signs of infection, which indicates that the body is reacting well to surgery.
On Friday (18), doctors reported that the former president was in “good clinical evolution, without pain and without other complications.” He also made control tomography, which showed no complications or complications.
High forecast
Despite the gradual improvement, doctors did not set a date for hospital discharge. It is expected to go at least hospitalized until the beginning of next week.
The team should also wait for the digestive system to work fully before releasing oral food.
This was that of the 2018 stab.
Behind the scenes, the former president’s allies say he is more reserved, but follows the news and keeps conversations with advisers by telephone. Recovery, however, still requires care and movement limitations.
Supporters
Since arriving at the hospital, located at Asa Sul, a prime area of Brasilia, supporters of the former president has met at the door of the medical center. About 15 people take turns singing and praying in favor of Bolsonaro. Some stay late at night at the scene, including Easter. The supporters also extended flags from Brazil and Israel in the garden in front of the hospital unit.
Former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro has been following the former president over the past few days. She has restricted visits from political allies to prevent Bolsonaro from striving and harming recovery.
