Erick Jacquin Undergoes Angioplasty and Has Three Stents Implanted

Overview

• Jacquin felt unwell during MasterChef recordings on Monday and was examined on set by Band doctor Dr. Leandro, who advised hospital evaluation.
• He was taken to Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein in São Paulo where tests showed angioplasty was needed and the procedure was performed.
• In a video published by Jacquin, he confirmed that doctors implanted three coronary stents during the angioplasty.
• The procedure was described as successful and Jacquin remained under medical supervision with an expected discharge on Friday, after which he said he intends to return to work.
• An earlier report said two stents had been placed but Jacquin’s direct statement clarified the count; stents are small mesh tubes used to keep narrowed arteries open and speed blood flow.