Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is set to undergo a new procedure on Thursday as a follow-up to an unplanned surgery earlier this week for a brain bleed, according to doctors. The upcoming minimally invasive procedure is aimed at halting persistent bleeding on the surface of the brain. The 79-year-old leftist leader had undergone surgery on Tuesday after experiencing complications from a fall at home in October.
Doctors at the Sirio-Libanes hospital confirmed that Lula will undergo the second procedure on Thursday. In a statement, they mentioned that Lula had a good day on Wednesday, engaging in physiotherapy, walking, and receiving visits from family members. Currently, Lula remains in intensive care, with doctors stating that he is lucid and oriented, connected to a surgical drain while awaiting further routine tests.
Following the initial surgery, medical professionals assured that there would be no lasting effects, and Lula was expected to return to Brasilia early next week, albeit temporarily unable to resume work. A press conference is scheduled for 10 a.m. local time on Thursday to provide additional updates on Lula's condition.
Lula had to cancel his trip to Russia for a BRICS summit due to the accident, which resulted in a visible cut on the back of his head just above his neck. Concerned citizens, like visual artist Fagnislainny Fernandes, visited the hospital to show support and verify the accuracy of the situation amidst what she described as widespread misinformation in the country.
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