What is pleuropulmonary decortication? Dulce Cantante, beloved Mexican singer dies at 69 following health complications

On 25th December 2024, the world mourned the loss of Dulce Cantante, a celebrated Mexican singer and actress known for her immense contributions to the Spanish music industry. Dulce died at the age of 69 due to complications from a pleuropulmonary decortication surgery done in early December.

Pleuropulmonary decortication is a surgical intervention for pleural mesothelioma, which is a type of cancer that attacks and damages the tissues of the lungs (called the pleura). The goal of the procedure is to relieve symptoms and to improve lung function.

The affected pleura, which are found in the membranous layers around the lungs, are gently removed during the surgery. It’s a complicated procedure which can harm the blood vessels and heart.

Dulce announced on social media in early December that she had been hospitalized and would have to reschedule concert dates for her 2024 tour. She had pleuropulmonary decortication on December 5 because of severe lung complications as a result of thickened scar tissue on her pleura (Just Jared).

On Christmas day, her family confirmed the heartbreaking news with a public statement.

“With deep pain and sadness, we confirm the death of our dear Dulce, an exceptional artist and wonderful person who left an unforgettable memory in the hearts of everyone she knew."

A look into Dulce Cantante’s remarkable legacy as a musician

Dulce Cantante, whose birth name was Bertha Elisa Noeggerath Cárdenas, was born July 29, 1955, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas. She started out in the 1970s with the band Toby y sus Amigos.

Dulce then embarked on a solo career, coming to prominence with the assistance of the legendary singer José José. She then took part in the Festival de Mallorca, where she won several awards, including Best Performer and Best Song for “Amor, Amor" (Latin Times).

Over the decades Dulce Cantante produced several hits, including “Tu Muñeca,” “Amor en Silencio” and “Echame La Culpa a Mí,” which made her a beloved figure in Spanish music.

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The singer also participated in iconic events such as Armando Manzanero's tribute concert and the GranDiosas tour. Most recently, she starred on the Netflix reality show Siempre Reinas.

An article published by Evrim Ağacı stated that family held an important place in Dulce's life, with a special focus on her daughter, Romina Mircoli. Dulce had her daughter with her former music producer Luis Mircoli.

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