slamabad, Nov 11: Imran Khan health risks have drawn fresh attention after his lawyer, Salman Safdar, warned that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder could suffer a brain haemorrhage or heart attack without timely medical treatment.
Speaking to reporters, Safdar said he had recently met Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in prison. He also informed the court about their condition, Pakistani daily The Nation reported.
Safdar urged the court to shift both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi to a hospital. He also called for an independent medical board to examine them.
According to the lawyer, Imran Khan’s blood pressure had reached 192 on November 1. Safdar warned of possible serious complications without proper medical care.
Lawyer Raises Concerns Over Bushra Bibi’s Eyesight
Safdar also expressed concern over Bushra Bibi’s worsening eyesight. He said doctors had scheduled her next surgery for November 15.
However, Bushra Bibi reportedly refused another procedure at the same hospital. She also did not agree to undergo surgery under the supervision of her previous doctors.
The lawyer questioned the decision to return her to prison immediately after her first surgery. He said her eyes were still bandaged at the time. He also called for detailed reports on her previous medical procedures.
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PTI Raises Fresh Concerns Over Imran Khan’s Health
Last week, the PTI core committee also raised concerns over Imran Khan’s health. It urged Pakistan’s Chief Justice to ensure the implementation of court orders concerning his treatment.
The committee held a meeting following reports that his blood pressure had reached 192. After the meeting, it issued a statement expressing “grave concern” over his condition.
The statement cited an alleged lack of medical facilities. It also referred to restrictions on meetings with his family and personal doctors, Pakistan’s Dawn reported.
The PTI core committee said:
“The core committee unanimously resolved that protecting Imran Khan’s health and life is an urgent humanitarian issue, and that any negligence, delay or irresponsibility in this regard is unacceptable. His health should be treated as a serious humanitarian and medical emergency rather than merely a political or legal dispute.”
The committee urged the government to allow Imran Khan to meet his personal physicians. It also sought immediate medical evaluations and diagnostic tests.
Additionally, it called for his transfer to Shifa International Hospital for a medical examination.
The committee also urged Pakistan’s Chief Justice to ensure compliance with court orders. It sought “immediate attention” to the matter, citing its “exceptional humanitarian importance,” Dawn reported.
Imran Khan Remains in Prison Since August 2023
Imran Khan has remained in prison since August 2023 following convictions that his party has described as politically motivated.
He has faced several cases since his removal from office in 2022 through a no-confidence vote. These include allegations involving state gifts and an unlawful marriage case.
Concerns over his health during imprisonment have also drawn criticism from PTI members.
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—IANS
