Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro began a delicate recovery in intensive care after a 12-hour surgery for recurring intestinal issues. The 70-year-old conservative is expected to have a slow recovery, according to doctors. Despite the challenges, Bolsonaro showed good progress and began walking with assistance on Monday.
Bolsonaro’s health issues date back to 2018 when he was stabbed while campaigning. He has undergone five previous surgeries since then. The latest surgery at the DF Star Hospital in Brasilia was deemed difficult due to his prior operations and stab wound, but there were no unexpected complications.
The former president is charged with plotting a coup after losing the 2022 election. His efforts to discredit Brazil’s voting system led to protests and violence. Bolsonaro has denied any wrongdoing and called his trial an example of left-wing “lawfare.”
Bolsonaro’s recovery will be closely monitored, and hospital visits are currently limited to family due to the delicate nature of his condition. The outcome of the surgery is satisfactory, but there is no forecast for discharge at this time.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazil-ex-president-bolsonaro-intensive-care-after-12-hour-surgery-2025-04-14