Hadi's condition remains critical, treatment to continue at Singapore General Hospital
Dr Md Abdul Ahad said a small fragment of a bullet remains lodged in Hadi’s brain and discussions have taken place on whether another operation would be required and whether he would need to be taken to the UK or the United States for that purpose.
The physical condition of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inqilab Mancha and a potential Dhaka-8 candidate for the upcoming national parliamentary election, remains critical and static as he continues to receive treatment at Singapore General Hospital.
Dr Md Abdul Ahad, resident physician of the Department of Neurosurgery at Dhaka Medical College Hospital and member secretary of the National Health Alliance (NHA), confirmed that Hadi's treatment will continue at the Singapore facility.
In a video message to the media this evening (17 December), Dr Abdul Ahad said a CT scan was performed on Hadi again today, which showed a slight increase in brain ischemia. His heart, lungs and kidneys are functioning with ventilatory support, while urine output is being maintained through medical support, he said.
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He added that a small fragment of a bullet remains lodged in Hadi's brain. Discussions have taken place on whether another operation would be required and whether he would need to be taken to the UK or the United States for that purpose.
However, doctors are yet to determine whether surgery at the current location of the fragment would lead to further complications. Physicians will also assess whether his body can withstand the strain of travel, alongside considering the wishes of his family, he said.
"We have learned that his treatment will continue at Singapore General Hospital and that conservative management will be maintained. He will undergo daily investigations," Dr Abdul Ahad said, urging everyone to pray for Hadi and refrain from spreading rumours.
Hadi was shot in the head on Friday (12 December) in the Old Paltan area of the capital. An assailant fired at Osman Hadi from a motorcycle that had been following him from behind while he was travelling in a battery-powered rickshaw to conduct electioneering.
