Television icon Mirtha Legrand faces a delicate health situation at age 99, having returned to Sanatorio Mater Dei just days after being discharged for bronchitis, according to Agencia Noticias Argentinas and Exitoína. The host entered the emergency room where medical professionals are evaluating her condition after a worsening flu relapse developed into what an official medical bulletin describes as “neumopatía.”
Sanatorio Mater Dei Medical Bulletin and Diagnosis
The hospital released an official statement signed by Dr. Enrique Echagüe, Medical Director of Sanatorio Mater Dei, detailing the sudden readmission. According to the medical bulletin, “La Sra. Mirtha Legrand ingresó esta tarde a nuestro Sanatorio por presentar un cuadro compatible con neumopatía,” noting that she is hospitalized for necessary studies, treatment, and monitoring.
Medical staff plan to issue a follow-up bulletin on Monday barring any unexpected changes in her clinical status.
This urgent medical evaluation follows a string of respiratory health hurdles for the presenter. According to reports, Legrand was initially admitted to the same Mater Dei facility on September 7 due to a flu episode that escalated into bronchitis. During that prior stay, medical reports indicated a favorable respiratory evolution without complications while she occupied a standard room and worked actively with her kinesiologist.
That initial stay concluded on September 13 when doctors granted her a discharge following strong respiratory recovery signs. She returned home to continue her recuperation while receiving visits from family and friends, though she had not yet returned to her regular television duties.
Impact on Television Schedule and Family Response
Due to the ongoing medical supervision and required rest at home, Legrand will not immediately return to her hosting duties on ‘La noche de Mirtha’. According to production plans, her granddaughter, Juana Viale, will step in to replace her during the upcoming broadcast.
The host’s immediate circle has maintained consistent communication regarding her care, balancing transparency with requests for privacy as she undergoes ongoing clinical assessments at the sanatorium.
Did You Know?
Mirtha Legrand is a television host who anchors her program ‘La noche de Mirtha’ and works with family members, including granddaughter Juana Viale, who will step in during this medical leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Mirtha Legrand hospitalized again?
According to Agencia Noticias Argentinas and Exitoína, Legrand suffered a flu relapse that worsened, leading to emergency admission at Sanatorio Mater Dei for a condition compatible with neumopatía.
Who signed the official medical bulletin?
The medical bulletin was signed by Dr. Enrique Echagüe, Medical Director of Sanatorio Mater Dei.
Who will host ‘La noche de Mirtha’ in her absence?
Her granddaughter, Juana Viale, will substitute for her on the upcoming broadcast while Legrand continues her medical treatment and recovery.
When is the next medical update expected?
Sanatorio Mater Dei announced that, barring any changes, a new medical bulletin will be released on Monday.
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