Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar has received a medical diagnosis of vasovagal syncope following his sudden collapse during a training session with Brazilian club Sao Paulo this week.
Training Ground Emergency
The 34-year-old Brazilian football star experienced a frightening incident during training at the club's SuperCT base on Tuesday, requiring immediate medical attention. Oscar was quickly transported to Einstein Israelite Hospital after losing consciousness during the session.
Sao Paulo club officials confirmed the timeline of events, stating that the midfielder was admitted to hospital on Tuesday afternoon after presenting "an incident with cardiological changes" during routine tests at their training facility.
Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Plan
Hospital specialists conducted extensive investigations, including controlled procedures to measure blood pressure and heart rate responses, which confirmed the diagnosis of vasovagal syncope. Medical experts quoted in Brazilian outlet Globo explained that this condition involves sudden drops in blood pressure and can be managed effectively.
The club confirmed Oscar remains clinically stable and is hospitalized in a cardiology unit. He is scheduled to undergo an electrophysiological study this Friday as part of ongoing medical evaluation.
According to specialists, vasovagal syncope can typically be controlled through medication or a minor procedure to cauterise the node responsible for the blood pressure drops. They emphasized that the condition is not considered life-threatening when properly managed.
Career Considerations and Family Concerns
Reports from Brazil reveal that Oscar had been taking medication for a heart condition since August, prior to this recent incident. The collapse has prompted serious discussions about his football future, with his family urging him to prioritize his long-term health and wellbeing.
Brazilian media outlets have indicated that the midfielder has been contemplating retirement following the health scare. Sources suggest Sao Paulo would be open to terminating his contract amicably if he decides to end his professional career.
Oscar had returned to his boyhood club Sao Paulo last December after spending eight years with Shanghai Port in China, where he earned approximately £150 million during his tenure in the Chinese Super League.
The football community continues to monitor Oscar's condition as he undergoes further medical evaluation this week, with fans and colleagues hoping for his full recovery regardless of his future career decisions.
