Horacio Cartes, who served as the president of Paraguay from 2013 to 2018, has been admitted to intensive care at a clinic in Asunción after suffering a severe seizure, which is believed to be connected to a hypertensive crisis. The medical team leading his treatment, headed by Dr. Eugenio Báez, reported that Cartes' condition is currently stable but concerning, as he is sedated and intubated, undergoing medication for his seizures.

At 69 years old, Cartes was taken to the Migone Sanatorium after experiencing health issues that required immediate medical intervention at his home. Dr. Báez shared detailed information regarding Cartes’ health, describing elevated blood pressure and cardiac arrhythmia. These conditions have raised alarms, leading to his admission to intensive care where he receives close monitoring and treatment.

Cartes is an influential figure in Paraguayan politics, currently the leader of the Colorado Party faction called Honor Colorado, which aligns with the president, Santiago Peña. His recent health crisis not only raises concerns for his personal well-being but also has potential implications for the political landscape within Paraguay, given his prominent role and affiliations within the country's current government.