The fate of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan remains uncertain as the Supreme Court prepares to review his medical condition on Monday, determining whether he stays in Adiala Jail or is transferred to a hospital for treatment.
A team of senior doctors conducted a thorough examination of Khan inside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, addressing concerns about his deteriorating eyesight. Sources told CNN-News18 that the medical team brought specialized instruments, including a slit lamp and an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scan machine, to perform a detailed eye assessment on the prison premises.
The 90-minute evaluation was led by Dr. Arif from the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and Dr. Nadeem Qureshi from Al-Shifa Eye Trust Hospital, supported by additional medical staff. Sources from PIMS confirmed that the doctors carried out a comprehensive physical and ophthalmic evaluation.
Medical examiners noted a reduction in eye swelling and an improvement in Khan's vision, with no major complications identified thus far. One dose of Eylea has already been administered, and a second dose is scheduled for February 25, alongside steroid medication. An angiogram procedure is also planned to further evaluate his condition.
The complete medical report is expected to be submitted to the Supreme Court on Monday, paving the way for a critical decision on whether Khan will continue receiving treatment within Adiala Jail or be moved to a specialized medical facility.
This development unfolds against a backdrop of heightened political tensions in Pakistan, where Khan's legal and medical circumstances are being closely monitored nationwide. The Supreme Court's ruling is anticipated to bring much-needed clarity on his custody and healthcare arrangements.
