“Former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, admitted to the Otamendi Sanatorium since December 20, continues.” Development of acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis” and presents “a slow recovery of postoperative ileus.
This was the condition detailed in the medical report recently published by the Sanatori, which also highlighted that “it is maintained by peritoneal drainage and intravenous antibiotic treatment.” Start by consuming semi-solid foods that are well tolerated“.
“Dr. Cristina Fernández de Kirchner continues her development of acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis,” the statement begins. And he continues: “The patient presents a slow recovery from postoperative ileus. “It is maintained by peritoneal drainage and intravenous antibiotic treatment.”
He then reports that “it begins with the ingestion of semi-solid (foods) with good tolerance.”
“If no further complications occur, the indication for hospitalization remains until the complete recovery of the abdominal condition, the removal of the drain and the completion of antibiotic treatment,” concludes the report headed by Dr. Marisa Lanfranconi, medical director, signed report.
What is Postoperative Ileus?
Last Friday, the previous medical report confirmed the continued existence of one postoperative ileusan intestinal complication that can occur after abdominal surgery and temporarily affects the function of the intestines.
He postoperative ileus This is a temporary disruption of normal bowel function that can occur after surgery, especially if it is an abdominal procedure. It is a common complication that can be expected after surgery in most cases. In these cases, the intestines temporarily reduce or stop their normal movements, preventing the normal movement of food, liquids, and gases through the digestive tract.
This situation causes a Accumulation of gases and fluids in the abdominal cavitywhich can cause different symptoms. The most common include the FlatulenceHe painThe nauseaThe Vomit and the lack of gas or fecal elimination. This is a common complication in the postoperative period and, in most cases, part of the expected development after surgery.
Postoperative ileus is usually related to several factors specific to the surgical procedure. Among them are the Manipulation of the intestines during surgerythe effects of General anesthesia and the use of certain Painkillersespecially opioids. These elements can lead to a temporary decrease in intestinal activity, which explains the occurrence of the disease.
How was Cristina Kirchner’s hospital stay?
Cristina Kirchner entered Otamendi Clinic on Saturday, December 20, after being presented since Friday acute abdominal pain. Given the persistent symptoms, his personal doctors recommended immediate transfer sent to the health center for further assessment.
After hospitalization, the studies carried out made it possible to diagnose the condition that led to a Emergency surgery. Surgery was performed for acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, a diagnosis later confirmed by imaging studies.
The former president has been staying since Saturday interned and under medical supervision. He first medical report issued after the operation suggested the development occurred positive. In later reports, no new symptoms nor the appearance of additional complicationsbeyond the postoperative ileus reported in the last statement.
In the context of the current situation, the medical care Cristina Kirchner receives requires her to remain in the hospital I can’t go back for the moment in his house San Jose 1111where it meets House arrest after the conviction of six years in prison And Exclusion from holding public office in the Roads case.
Doctors constantly monitor and apply the development of postoperative ileus appropriate support measures and await a resolution as stated in the last official report.
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