The artist’s relatives reported her death during Christmas

Dulce died leaving behind an important musical legacy (Photo: Instagram @dulcelacantante)

Renowned Mexican singer Dulce died on Wednesday, December 25, after undergoing a delicate recovery process following pleuropulmonary decortication surgery .

This medical procedure, considered highly complex, was performed as a necessary measure to treat the serious after-effects of pneumonia in one of his lungs.

The surgical intervention aimed to remove a layer of fibrous tissue that had compressed the affected lung, preventing it from functioning properly.

The news of her passing marks the end of an artistic career that left an important mark on Mexican music. Dulce , known for her powerful voice and her interpretation of romantic ballads, earned a prominent place in the music industry, accumulating a loyal fan base over the years.

What is pleuropulmonary decortication surgery and how dangerous is it?

Dulce the singer suffered from pneumonia (Photo: Infobae/Jovani Pérez)

Pleuropulmonary decortication is a surgical procedure that aims to restore lung capacity by removing a layer of abnormal fibrous tissue (thickened pleura) that has built up around the lungs. This condition can occur due to chronic infections, complicated pleural effusions, pleural empyema, or processes that scar the pleura, causing the lung to be unable to expand or function properly. This procedure is essential in cases where medical measures have failed to resolve the problem and the condition threatens to impair lung function or the patient’s quality of life.

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The surgery is performed under general anesthesia, usually with a thoracotomy , an incision in the chest, although in some cases less invasive techniques such as videothoracoscopy may be used. Its aim is to remove this scar covering to allow the lungs to expand and function properly again.

Although it is an effective intervention, it is not without risks . Possible complications include postoperative infections, bleeding, bronchopleural fistulas, prolonged pneumothorax, and damage to blood vessels, nerves, or the diaphragm. In addition, the impact of anesthesia may represent an additional risk, especially in patients with serious underlying diseases or very limited lung function.

Risks vary depending on the severity of the disease , the patient’s health, and the experience of the surgical team. In expert hands, decortication has high success rates, but requires a detailed analysis of the benefits versus the risks. The recovery process can take weeks or even months, depending on the patient’s general condition and the severity of preexisting damage. Despite the risks, it is a safe and key surgery in severe cases that compromise respiratory function.