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Bronchopneumonia: Learn More About Silvio Santos’ Cause of Death

August 17, 2024
5:10 PM

The disease is a type of pneumonia that causes inflammation of the alveoli, structures in the lungs that exchange oxygen with the blood.

Silvio Santos, one of the greatest names in the history of Brazilian television, died at the age of 93, in the early hours of this Saturday (17). He was admitted to the Albert Einstein Hospital, in São Paulo, which issued a bulletin on the situation. According to the institution, the cause of death was bronchopneumonia resulting from an influenza infection.

“The Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital regretfully confirms the death of Mr. Abravanel, Silvio Santos, aged 93, which occurred today, August 17, 2024, at 4:50 a.m., due to bronchopneumonia resulting from influenza infection (H1N1),” states the note from the Albert Einstein Hospital.

The presenter returned to hospital in early August, a few days after recovering from H1N1.

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H1N1 Virus

H1N1 is a subtype of the influenza A virus, known to cause swine flu. It is responsible for most hospitalizations for severe acute respiratory syndrome in the country.

In Silvio’s case, the infection progressed to inflammation of the lungs. This condition is more common in older people.

Bronchopneumonia, specifically, is a type of pneumonia that causes inflammation in the alveoli, structures in the lungs that exchange oxygen with the blood. It can be caused by a virus, a fungus, or a bacterium. General pneumonia is also caused by microorganisms or by inhaling substances that compromise the lung structures.

Symptoms of Bronchopneumonia

The symptoms of bronchopneumonia are very similar to those of other respiratory diseases. The most common are cough, cough with phlegm, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing and bluish lips and extremities. You may also have high fever, sweating, chills, weakness and tiredness.

Treatment

Treatment involves the use of various medications. From anti-inflammatories, which relieve lung inflammation, to antibiotics, if the disease is caused by bacteria. Medications can also relieve symptoms, and the patient may undergo chest physiotherapy. Severe cases can lead to hospitalization and even death.

*Report originally published on Perfil Brasil.

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