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Roberto Carlos Says Preventive Heart Procedure Was Successful, Remains Under Observation

The former Brazil and Real Madrid star denied heart attack reports after doctors in São Paulo treated a cardiac obstruction detected during tests.

Overview

  • Hospital Vila Nova Star said imaging on Monday found a cardiac obstruction and clinicians advised same‑day coronary angioplasty.
  • Roberto Carlos posted that the intervention was preventive and successful, adding that he did not suffer a heart attack.
  • The 52-year-old remains stable in intensive care for about 48 hours as part of post‑procedure monitoring.
  • Diario AS reported the operation extended from an expected 40 minutes to nearly three hours due to complications during the intervention.
  • Doctors acted after he sought evaluation for a small blood clot in his leg, which led to scans revealing the heart issue.