Bolsonaro's health deteriorates, house arrest likely to be extended

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's health has reportedly worsened, leading the Supreme Federal Court (STF) minister Alexandre de Moraes to likely extend his house arrest. A recent medical report submitted to the court details a decline in Bolsonaro's condition, specifically noting an increase in his hiccup episodes.

The medical team's report indicates that high doses of medication, reaching the "therapeutic safety limit," were necessary to manage Bolsonaro's symptoms. This development comes after he was granted humanitarian house arrest for 90 days in late March due to a severe health situation, which at the time included hospitalization for bronchopneumonia. He also underwent shoulder surgery in May.

Bolsonaro was sentenced by the STF to 27 years and three months for his role in an attempted coup. The current medical assessment suggests that Minister Alexandre de Moraes, the case's rapporteur, will likely renew the period of house arrest for the former president.

Further investigations are planned, including digestive endoscopy, to examine the function of the lower esophageal sphincter and identify any signs of chronic esophagitis. The report also notes that Bolsonaro continues to experience fatigue with moderate exertion and exhibits fluctuations in his body balance.