On the evening of March 13, 2026, doctors Claudio Birolini (head of the surgical team), Leandro Echenique (cardiologist), and Brasil Caiado gave a press conference at the DF Star Hospital in BrasÃlia, where the former president remains hospitalized in the ICU
Bolsonaro was diagnosed with bilateral bacterial bronchopneumonia, an infection affecting both lungs, with greater involvement on the left side, and of probable aspiration origin.
His condition worsened rapidly during the early morning hours, with intense symptoms such as high fever, severe chills, shortness of breath, vomiting, a drop in oxygen saturation (which reached 80%), and reduced blood pressure (9 over 5), which is particularly worrying for a hypertensive patient.
The doctors explained that the chills indicate that the bacteria have entered the bloodstream, signaling a serious infection.
The rapid transfer to the hospital was crucial in preventing further deterioration.
Currently, his condition is stable, but remains delicate and extremely serious.
There is a real risk of progression to respiratory failure, and without proper intervention, this could be fatal.
Bolsonaro is conscious, receiving intravenous antibiotics and non-invasive clinical support, without needing intubation so far.
There is no discharge date from the ICU, and treatment should last at least a few days to control the infection and restore lung function.
Doctors highlighted that this pneumonia was more severe than previous episodes he faced in the second half of 2025.
The situation requires constant monitoring in the ICU, and the team emphasizes that, despite the current stability, the risk of serious complications persists.
Published in 03/14/2026 13h31
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