Former health minister Mohammed Nasim has successfully undergone a surgery after suffering a stroke while being hospitalised from Covid-19, report agencies.
His son TanvirShakil Joy confirmed the development on Friday.
"My father's operation was successful. The prime minister called the doctors and myself to ask about him. Please pray for his speedy recovery," he said.
"Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called me and doctors over the phone to enquire about his health condition," he added.
The Awami League leader will be kept in intensive care during the next 48 hours.
Nasim was admitted to Bangladesh Specialised Hospital in Shyamoli with Covid-19 symptoms, including a fever and a cold, on June 01.
He later tested positive for Covid-19 and was rushed into surgery on Friday after suffering a brain haemorrhage.
Nasim could not be transferred to the Combined Military Hospital on Friday as planned as a result of his deteriorating health, according to an Awami League leader.
Nasim undergoes surgery after stroke
PM enquires about his health
FE Team | Published: June 05, 2020 23:28:57
Nasim undergoes surgery after stroke
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