Begum Zia passing through a critical moment: Dr Zahid

BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia’s health condition is extremely complex and she is passing through a critical phase, said her personal physician Dr AZM Zahid Hossain early Sunday.

Speaking at a press briefing at the main gate of Evercare Hospital, Dr Zahid said Khaleda Zia’s physical condition has not shown improvement and she is currently undergoing treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).’

”It cannot be said that Begum Zia’s physical condition has improved. She is going through a critical moment.”

Dr Zahid, also a BNP Standing Committee member, said Khaleda Zia’s health condition significantly deteriorated after her admission to the hospital on November 23.

Initially, she was kept in a cabin before being shifted to the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) and later transferred to the ICU due to further complications.

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman and his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman visited the hospital on Saturday and spent spent a long time beside his mother, Dr Zahid added.

Dr Zubaida Rahman, as a member of the Medical Board, also took part in a meeting of the expert medical team consisting of doctors from the UK, the USA and Bangladesh.

According to Dr Zahid, the Medical Board has unanimously decided to continue Khaleda Zia’s treatment under the management of Evercare Hospital. The expert team is closely monitoring her condition round the clock and treatment is being administered based on their advice.

On behalf of Tarique Rahman and his family, Dr Zahid sought prayers from the nation for Khaleda Zia’s recovery.

He also expressed gratitude to the hospital’s doctors, nurses and paramedics for their sincere efforts.

Addressing party leaders, workers and activists, he urged them to remain vigilant so that the treatment process is not disrupted in any way.