Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos undergoes heart surgery

It has been reported that Roberto Carlos, one of the unforgettable names of Brazil and Real Madrid, has undergone emergency heart surgery. The 52-year-old legendary player, who also played for Fenerbahçe, fell ill while spending time with his family in his home country and sought medical attention.

During his health check, detailed examinations were conducted after a small blood clot was detected in his leg area. During this process, an irregularity in Roberto Carlos's heart function was discovered during a general body MRI, leading doctors to decide on an immediate intervention.

In the planned operation, an attempt was made to insert a catheter into the star, who is closely followed by the football world. The surgery, which was expected to take approximately 40 minutes, extended to nearly three hours due to a complication that arose. Following the intensive operation, it was announced that the experienced figure's health condition is stable and that the risky process was successfully overcome.

It was learned that Roberto Carlos, who is being kept under observation in the hospital as a precaution, will remain under medical supervision for the next 48 hours. Doctors state that the football legend's recovery process is continuing as planned.

The health news regarding Roberto Carlos, who achieved countless successes in his football career both for the Brazilian National Team and at the club level, was met with great sadness in the international sports community. His fans are sharing messages of support on social media, wishing the famous figure a speedy recovery.

News Source: 12punto