Brazilian ex-President Jair Bolsonaro underwent a successful surgery to treat a hernia at the Vila Nova Star hospital in Sao Paulo on Wednesday. The procedure, which lasted around three hours, was performed by Dr. Antonio Luiz Macedo, the same surgeon who operated on Bolsonaro after he was stabbed during a presidential campaign event in 2018.
According to Bolsonaro’s spokesperson, the surgery was necessary to address complications from the stabbing incident that had led to the hernia. The ex-president’s son, lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro, reassured the public about his father’s condition, stating that the surgery went well, and his father is in good spirits.
The 66-year-old Bolsonaro, who served as Brazil’s president from January 2019 to December 2022, remains a polarizing figure in Brazilian politics. Supporters view him as a champion of conservative values and a tough-on-crime stance, while critics accuse him of authoritarian tendencies and mishandling environmental and public health issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
While the ex-president has not announced any plans to return to the political arena, his health has been a topic of concern among his supporters. The successful outcome of this surgery is likely to provide reassurance to those who continue to back him.
Sources Analysis:
– Vila Nova Star hospital: The hospital is likely to provide reliable information regarding Bolsonaro’s health due to its medical expertise and professional standards.
– Dr. Antonio Luiz Macedo: As Bolsonaro’s surgeon in previous medical procedures, Dr. Macedo can be considered a credible source for updates on the ex-president’s health.
Fact Check:
– Bolsonaro underwent surgery for a hernia: Verified fact. This information has been confirmed by multiple sources, including Bolsonaro’s spokesperson and his son.
– Dr. Macedo performed the surgery: Verified fact. Dr. Macedo has a history of treating Bolsonaro and was reported as the surgeon for this procedure.
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