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Bolsonaro Still Hospitalized as Hiccups Return After Corrective Procedures

Updates from his son alongside doctors' remarks point to lingering complications from his 2018 stabbing.

Overview

  • Carlos Bolsonaro said the ex-president's hiccups returned this morning despite two recent corrective procedures.
  • He began sleep apnea therapy with a respiratory device and is in an adaptation phase, according to the family update.
  • Postoperative notes from the family describe improving intestinal flora after December 25 hernia surgeries and continued monitoring of blood iron levels.
  • Carlos reported a move to a restricted area to allow sun exposure, citing limited access during his stay at Federal Police facilities.
  • Surgeon Cláudio Birolini said discharge is not expected before New Year's Eve as Bolsonaro remains at Hospital DF Star after multiple trips to the operating room.