Politics

No major complications found in CT Scan, efforts on to shift Abbas abroad

Mirza Abbas, the Prime Minister's Political Adviser and a Standing Committee member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has shown no major complications in his latest CT scan, according to doctors at Evercare Hospital. 

However, efforts remain underway to arrange his transfer abroad for specialised medical treatment.

On Saturday afternoon, March 14, attending physicians confirmed that the scan results did not indicate any significant new concerns. 

Nevertheless, they emphasised that advanced monitoring technology and a highly specialised support system are required to manage the patient's condition effectively.

Medical sources indicated that the level of critical care infrastructure needed for Abbas's ongoing treatment is currently limited within Bangladesh's hospital system. 

As a result, family members and political associates are pursuing options to facilitate his transfer to an overseas medical facility equipped with the necessary expertise.

"A team of doctors is continuously monitoring his condition," a hospital spokesperson said. "Once the requisite administrative and logistical formalities are completed, the process for international transfer could commence promptly."

Hospital officials added that Abbas remains under intensive care, with a dedicated medical board reviewing his progress at regular intervals.

Abbas was admitted to Evercare Hospital in Bashundhara last Wednesday after suddenly falling ill and losing consciousness during iftar, the evening meal with which Muslims end their daily fast during Ramadan.

Professor Dr Shahabuddin Talukder, a senior physician at the hospital, previously told reporters that while Abbas had not suffered a brain haemorrhage, doctors had identified a brain infection. He confirmed that a surgical intervention had been carried out successfully, but stressed that any decision regarding overseas treatment would depend on the patient's stability and fitness to travel.

"Mr Abbas is currently under strict medical supervision," Dr Talukder said. "A multidisciplinary medical board is closely monitoring his health, and we continue to seek prayers from the public for his speedy recovery."

While no destination or timeline has been officially confirmed, sources familiar with the matter suggest that several international medical centres are being evaluated for suitability. Key considerations include the availability of neuro-infectious disease specialists, intensive care capacity, and the logistical feasibility of safe medical evacuation.