Brazilian President Lula Da Silva Undergoes Successful Brain Surgery After October Fall

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva successfully underwent surgery in São Paulo to address a brain hemorrhage linked to a fall at home in October, according to a government medical note released on Tuesday, December 10.

The 79-year-old leader is reportedly “well” and is being closely monitored in the intensive care unit following the procedure. Doctors are set to provide further updates during a press conference scheduled for 9 a.m. local time.

Lula had an MRI scan on Monday night in Brasília after experiencing a severe headache, which revealed an intracranial hemorrhage. He was swiftly transferred to São Paulo’s renowned Sírio-Libanês Hospital for surgery.

The incident traces back to late October when Lula fell at home, sustaining a minor brain hemorrhage and trauma to the back of his head, which required stitches. Follow-up tests in early November confirmed that his condition had remained stable until this recent development.

As a precaution, Lula canceled plans to attend the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, on medical advice to avoid long-haul flights.

Lula’s successful recovery is seen as a relief to Brazilians, who are closely watching the health of their longstanding political figure.