Mar 15 • 13:55 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Bolsonaro showed improvement in kidney function but remains in ICU, says medical bulletin

Former President Jair Bolsonaro has shown stable clinical improvement and better kidney function, although he remains in the ICU without a discharge date.

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been reported to have stable clinical conditions and improved kidney function, according to a medical bulletin released on Sunday. Despite these positive updates, he continues to be hospitalized in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the DF Star Hospital in Brasília, with no expected discharge date. The improvements come after a concerning period where he experienced nausea, fever, and chills, leading to his hospital admission on Friday, October 13.

The medical report indicates that while Bolsonaro’s kidney function is improving, there has been a new increase in inflammatory markers in his blood, which necessitated an expansion in antibiotic treatment. He was diagnosed with bacterial bronchopneumonia, a condition that involves inflammation of the lungs and affects the air sac and bronchial pathways. This complication is particularly serious for an individual with Bolsonaro's medical history, given his previous health challenges.

The situation surrounding Bolsonaro remains critical, as he continues to receive intensive medical care. His prolonged stay in the ICU, after showing signs of recovery, raises concerns about his overall health and the implications for his political future, particularly as he was imprisoned earlier this year. The public and media are closely monitoring his condition, reflecting the ongoing interest in Bolsonaro’s political legacy and the impact of his health on Brazil's political landscape.

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