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São Paulo Midfielder Oscar Discharged After Vasovagal Syncope

His family is assessing his football future, with retirement under consideration.

Overview

  • São Paulo said Oscar left Einstein Hospital Israelita on Nov. 16 after five days of observation.
  • The 34-year-old briefly lost consciousness during routine physical tests at the club’s SuperCT on Nov. 11.
  • An extensive workup, including catheterization, MRI and a tilt-table test, confirmed a vasovagal syncope.
  • The club reported he remained clinically stable in the hospital and will follow a prescribed period of rest.
  • He has not played since July 19 due to a run of injuries and holds a contract through 2027, while no decision on retirement has been announced.