Overview
- Bolsonaro fell overnight in his PF Brasilia cell during a reported crisis while sleeping, with his wife alleging delayed assistance because the door remained locked.
- His medical team, led by surgeon Claudio Birolini, confirmed a mild traumatic brain injury and ordered additional diagnostic studies.
- Polícia Federal medical staff reported minor injuries after examining him on site and concluded there was no immediate need for hospitalization.
- The Supreme Court denied an immediate transfer to a hospital and instructed the defense to specify requested exams with clinical justification, noting any move requires prior authorization.
- The incident follows four late-December procedures, including bilateral inguinal hernia repair and phrenic nerve interventions for persistent hiccups, with earlier reports citing episodes of confusion and hallucinations possibly linked to medication interactions.