Prof. Dr. Övgün Ahmet Ercan was taken to the hospital in Bosnia and Herzegovina after complaining of back pain. Following medical examinations, it was determined that he had suffered a brain hemorrhage and a stroke.
Ercan made a statement regarding his health status. Stating that he is currently under observation in Sarajevo, Ercan said he is feeling well.
"I SURVIVED A BRAIN HEMORRHAGE AND A STROKE"
In a statement on his social media account, Ercan expressed that he is resting under medical supervision in Sarajevo.
Prof. Dr. Ercan's statement is as follows:
"I was taken by ambulance to the emergency department of a Sarajevo hospital with back pain extending from my neck to my waist along my spine, and blood pressure readings of 22/12. A stent had been placed in my heart 10 days ago. With 3 hours of medical intervention, my blood pressure was lowered to 13/7.5. I survived a brain hemorrhage and a stroke. I am now resting under observation in Sarajevo. I would like to thank the cardiologist and my friends and relatives who showed interest."
I was taken by ambulance to the emergency department of a Sarajevo hospital with back pain extending from my neck to my waist along my spine, and blood pressure readings of 22/12. A stent had been placed in my heart 10 days ago. With 3 hours of medical intervention, my blood pressure was lowered to 13/7.5. I survived a brain hemorrhage and a stroke.… pic.twitter.com/6G3Q3JFPTQ
— Prof. Dr. Övgün Ahmet Ercan (@ovgunaercan) May 6, 2025
News Source: 12punto
