Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim underwent elective laparoscopic surgery on Monday, August 10, to treat a para-umbilical hernia [1, 2]. He was closely monitored by a team of medical specialists throughout his recovery period [1, 2].
On Wednesday, August 12, Anwar Ibrahim was discharged from the hospital and returned home that evening [1, 2]. He confirmed his return with a Facebook post featuring a photo of himself reading, captioned "Alhamdulillah, back home" [1, 3, 2].
Anwar’s wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, said he was expected to be discharged after completing his treatment and thanked the public for their support [1, 3, 2]. She noted that Anwar had expressed gratitude for the prayers and well-wishes he received during his recovery [3].
News outlets reported on August 13 about the Prime Minister’s smooth discharge and ongoing recuperation at home [2].
