Overview
- Avanza País presidential contender José Williams had outpatient surgery for an inguinal hernia, confirmed by running mate Fernán Altuve on RPP.
- Williams sought care after leg discomfort during campaign travel, which led doctors to diagnose the hernia and advise a prompt operation.
- Altuve described the intervention as non-emergency and low risk, saying the team moved quickly to keep closing events on schedule across the country.
- La República reported the operation took place early Wednesday with discharge expected within hours, and said the team expects him to return to public events soon, including a March 30 debate.
- An inguinal hernia occurs when tissue pushes through a weak spot in the groin, and doctors often repair it in a short outpatient procedure.