Overview
- Doctors reported an upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage during Raoni Metuktire’s hospital stay that was located in the stomach and duodenum and promptly controlled by endoscopy.
- The 94-year-old leader is clinically stable but has abdominal distension, remains afebrile, uses an oxygen catheter for comfort, and is under intensive postoperative observation.
- He was admitted with intestinal obstruction and aspiration pneumonia and underwent a minimally invasive surgery to restore intestinal transit, which treating teams said proceeded without complications.
- His air transfer to São Paulo was coordinated with Mato Grosso and federal health authorities and the journey was accompanied by family members and medical staff to ensure continuous care.
- Raoni’s advanced age and chronic conditions—including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a pacemaker for cardiac disease, and heart failure—heighten his risk and make recovery uncertain as doctors continue monitoring his status.