Sao Paulo release memo saying the player will take another test on Friday
Sao Paulo midfielder Oscar has been diagnosed with vasovagal syncope. This information was confirmed after a series of tests at the Israelta Einstein Hospital. In fact, the player has been hospitalized since last Tuesday (11/11). At the time, he showed cardiac changes and passed out while undergoing a physical examination on the club’s SuperCT. Therefore, São Paulo published an official document this Thursday (November 13) updating the situation of the 34-year-old athlete.
Vasovagal syncope is basically a medical term for common syncope. This is a temporary loss of consciousness. It occurs when blood pressure and heart rate suddenly drop. To confirm the diagnosis, Oscar underwent a test called a “tilt test.” In it, the patient sits on boards with different inclinations. Tests revealed that Oscar’s pressure was not regulating properly, causing him to become dizzy and faint.
According to experts consulted by the GE portal, the problem is not life-threatening. In addition, treatment may include medication or even a simple surgical intervention in which the doctor cauterizes the ganglia. However, although he was able to return to soccer, Oscar’s future is uncertain. Now 34, he and his family are considering whether to announce his retirement. According to recent information, the biggest trend at the moment is that he chooses to leave professional football.
While no decisions are being made, players are under observation. The club reported that he remains in a “clinically good and stable condition.” This Friday (11/14), the midfielder will undergo electrophysiological tests to determine the next steps of treatment.
Official note from São Paulo regarding Oscar
“Midfielder Oscar remains hospitalized at the Einstein-Israelta Hospital, where he was admitted on Tuesday afternoon (11th) after experiencing complications due to changes in his heart during tests performed on a super-CT.
Extensive tests performed at the hospital confirmed the diagnosis of vasovagal syncope.
According to a preliminary report released on Thursday, the player is “clinically well and stable and has been admitted to the cardiac ward and will undergo electrophysiological testing this Friday.”
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