Former Chelsea and Brazil midfielder Oscar is in stable condition in hospital after being diagnosed with vasovagal syncope — a common fainting condition triggered by a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure.
The incident occurred during pre-season cardiac tests on Tuesday, during which Oscar suffered complications. He was immediately attended to by São Paulo’s medical staff and doctors from Einstein Hospital Israelita.
São Paulo FC released an update stating:
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Oscar is clinically well and stable
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He is hospitalized in a cardiology unit
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He will undergo an electrophysiological study on Friday to investigate the causes further
Oscar, now 34, is in his second stint with his boyhood club São Paulo after returning in December on a three-year contract. His career includes:
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2 Premier League titles with Chelsea
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3 Chinese Super League titles with Shanghai Port.
The club expects more clarity after Friday’s study, but for now, the outlook is positive.
