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Bolsonaro Remains Hospitalized After Third Procedure to Curb Persistent Hiccups

An endoscopy is scheduled to investigate reflux following a third phrenic‑nerve block.

Overview

  • Hospital DF Star reported a complementary bilateral phrenic‑nerve anesthetic block on Tuesday after new hiccup episodes.
  • He remains under post‑operative care with nightly CPAP, respiratory physiotherapy and thrombosis prevention, with tests indicating severe sleep apnea and blood‑pressure medication adjusted after spikes.
  • Doctors say they need at least 48 hours to gauge the latest intervention, and he will spend the New Year in the hospital with discharge timing uncertain.
  • An upper endoscopy is planned for Wednesday to evaluate possible gastroesophageal reflux contributing to the symptoms.
  • STF minister Alexandre de Moraes rejected a request to allow Michelle Bolsonaro’s father to visit, and Bolsonaro is expected to return to Federal Police custody after discharge.