A federal government-appointed medical board has reported improvement in former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s right-eye vision following a detailed examination at Adiala Jail. The board, consisting of senior ophthalmologists Dr Nadeem Qureshi and Dr Arif, visited the jail on Sunday and assessed Khan’s eyesight and retinal condition.

According to the medical report, Imran Khan’s unaided vision in his right eye was recorded at 6/24 (partial), while the left eye measured 6/9. However, after using glasses, his vision improved to 6/9 (partial) in the right eye and 6/6 in the left eye, which is considered normal. Doctors also observed that the anterior segment of both eyes was normal and the cornea remained clear.

The report noted mild vitreous haemorrhage at the edge of the right eye along with moderate retinal haemorrhage in all four quadrants. Despite these concerns, swelling in the macula of the right eye was found to be decreasing. The macular thickness reportedly reduced from 550 microns to 350 microns, showing progress in recovery. The board advised that OCT angiography and fundus fluorescein angiography should be conducted after the completion of anti-VEGF therapy. However, it did not recommend transferring Imran Khan to a hospital.

Following the medical assessment, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan and Senate Opposition Leader Allama Raja Nasir Abbas were briefed on the findings during a session held at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) on February 15. Khan’s personal doctors, Dr Asim Yousuf and Dr Khurram Mirza, were also informed by phone and reportedly expressed satisfaction with the treatment being provided.

Interestingly, Imran Khan also reportedly shared that his vision has improved enough that he can now see the strings or hands of a clock clearly, which many supporters view as a positive sign.

Meanwhile, PTI leadership continues to raise concerns about transparency in his medical care. Barrister Gohar emphasized that Khan’s health should not become a political matter and demanded that he be treated under the supervision of his family and personal physicians. PTI leaders argue that independent medical oversight is necessary to build public trust and ensure proper evaluation of the condition.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)