Cristina Fernández de Kirchner She remains hospitalized at the Otamendi Sanatorium, where she underwent surgery last Saturday, December 20, for acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis. The new medical report released this Monday reports that the former vice president is presenting one slow but favorable development and now started eating semi-solid food.
From the health center they stated that the patient is going through an illness “slow recovery from postoperative ileus” and is continued with peritoneal drainage and intravenous antibiotic treatment. The report states that he tolerates the intake of semi-solid food adequately after several days on a liquid diet.
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The report bears the signature of the medical director of the sanatorium, Marisa Lanfranconiwho specified that if no new complications arise, hospitalization will continue until a complete recovery of the abdominal condition is achieved, the drain is removed and the course of antibiotics is completed.
Cristina Kirchner was moved to Otamendi from her home on Constitución Street, where she serves House arrest– after severe abdominal problems that led to an operation. Since then, militants and sympathizers have gathered daily near the sanatorium in Buenos Aires’ Recoleta neighborhood to follow its development with vigils.
What is Postoperative Ileus Affecting Cristina Kirchner?
On December 24th, the sanatorium first reported that the former vice president had introduced himself Signs consistent with postoperative ileus. This is a common condition after abdominal surgery, especially those involving intestinal manipulation or associated infections.
The gastroenterologist Lisandro Pereyra explained that during procedures such as the appendix The intestines may temporarily stop moving. “It is not an obstruction, but rather a temporary paralysis of the intestinal transit, which may be caused by the surgery itself or by the infectious process,” he noted.
In addition, some painkillers used postoperatively can contribute to slowing bowel function. “It happens relatively often after this type of operation,” the specialist added.
Cristina Kirchner’s discharge is delayed: she suffers from intestinal paralysis and cannot tolerate solid food
On his part Oscar LaudannoHead of the Department of Gastroenterology at the Lanari Institute, claimed that the occurrence of ileus requires surgery a few days after surgery strict control. “In the context of appendicitis with peritonitis, complications must be ruled out and measures taken with imaging studies, antibiotics and constant monitoring,” he explained.
As her medical recovery progresses, Cristina Kirchner’s development will continue to be monitored day by day by the Otamendi Sanatorium team.
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