In a remarkable medical journey, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro continues to battle complex health challenges while serving a 27-year sentence for attempting to overturn the 2022 election.

The 70-year-old politician underwent a second specialized medical procedure on Monday, targeting his persistent hiccup condition through a precise "phrenic nerve block" treatment. Doctors focused on blocking his left phrenic nerve, following a similar procedure on his right nerve just two days earlier, demonstrating the intricate medical intervention required to address his ongoing health issues.

Dr. Claudio Birolini reported that Bolsonaro's medical condition remains stable, expressing optimism that his hospitalization would not be extended significantly. The medical team anticipates Bolsonaro could potentially be discharged on January 1st if his recovery progresses smoothly.

This latest medical intervention follows a successful Christmas Day hernia surgery, which was performed with the Brazilian Supreme Court's permission to transfer Bolsonaro from federal police headquarters to a hospital in Brasília. His wife Michelle has openly discussed the challenging nine-month struggle with daily hiccups, highlighting the personal impact of his medical condition.

Bolsonaro's medical history includes a previous intestinal surgery in April, indicating a complex health landscape. Despite these challenges, the former president remains politically engaged, having recently endorsed his son Flávio as a potential presidential candidate for the 2026 election, following his own defeat to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in 2022.

The sophisticated medical procedures targeting Bolsonaro's phrenic nerve—which controls diaphragm function and breathing—underscore the complexity of treating his persistent hiccup condition, reflecting both medical precision and personal resilience.