Jimmy Carter Experiences ‘Nobr Complications’ During Brain Surgery.br On Nov. 12, Former Presidentbr Jimmy Carter underwent surgerybr to relieve pressure on his brain. .br His procedure took place at the Emorybr University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia,br and occurred with “no complications.”.br According to the Carter Center, the pressurebr was caused by bleeding in his brain, which wasbr likely a result of the two falls he took in October. .br Because of Carter’s age, the falls resulted inbr a subdural hematoma, which is commonlybr associated with severe head injuries. .br A subdural hematoma can cause symptoms that rangebr from headaches and memory loss to seizures and paralysis. .br Despite this, Carter has still remainedbr active in recent weeks, attending Sundaybr school and making public appearances.br Carter is currently in the hospital recoveringbr from his surgery and will remain there forbr “as long as advisable for observation.