The latest Imran Khan medical report from his August 10 check-up at Adiala Jail has revealed details about the former prime minister’s health, including an assessment of his anxiety level at “three-plus.” A four-member medical board examined the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and recommended measures including a daily one-hour walk, greater family interaction and access to newspapers, books and television.
Four-Member Board Examines Imran Khan
The medical board was constituted by the federal government to assess Imran Khan’s condition. It included Dr Farqad Alamgir, who had been called from London, along with Dr Arif Khan, Dr Akhtar Ali Bandesha and Dr Ali Arif.
The findings have emerged amid an ongoing dispute over Imran Khan’s medical treatment and access to specialist care while he remains incarcerated at Adiala Jail.
The board recommended that Khan be allowed to walk for one hour every day. It also suggested providing him with newspapers, television and books, while recommending more frequent meetings with his wife and family. According to the report, these measures could help reduce anxiety and assist in controlling his blood pressure.
Blood Pressure and Heart Tests
The August 10 examination followed an earlier check-up by consultant cardiologist Dr Akhtar Ali Bandesha on August 1.
During that earlier examination, Khan reportedly complained of fluctuating blood pressure, headaches and anxiety. His blood pressure was recorded at 140/100, while his pulse rate was 50 beats per minute.
The August 10 examination showed some different readings. His blood pressure was recorded at 140/80 and his pulse was 54 beats per minute. The report said he did not complain of chest pain, heaviness, shortness of breath or palpitations.
His ECG was reported as normal, while an echocardiogram showed normal heart chambers and valves. The medical board subsequently concluded that further cardiac investigations were not required at that stage.
The difference between the two examinations became part of the wider discussion surrounding his medical care, particularly after the Supreme Court became involved in the matter.
Eye Condition Also Monitored
The Imran Khan medical report is also connected to a wider record of medical examinations conducted during his imprisonment.
An Adiala Jail report submitted to the Supreme Court in August stated that Khan had undergone 39 medical check-ups by different specialists between November 2023 and August 10, 2026.
The report also provided an update on his eye condition. Khan had previously been diagnosed with central retinal vein occlusion, or CRVO, which affects blood flow in the retina. According to the jail report, his affected eye had almost regained normal vision following treatment by ophthalmologists.
Supreme Court Orders Hospital Assessment
The issue later moved to the Supreme Court. On August 18, the court ordered authorities to transfer Khan to Shifa International Hospital for medical assessment and treatment and directed officials to provide his complete medical record.
The development followed concerns over his medical treatment and requests for a more comprehensive examination.
However, the government subsequently took Khan to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), citing security concerns. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said doctors examined Khan at PIMS and declared him medically fit before he was returned to Adiala Jail.
PIMS later said specialists from Shifa International Hospital had participated in the eye examination, while PIMS doctors conducted other medical assessments.
Debate Over Medical Care Continues
The Imran Khan medical report has become part of a broader political and legal debate over the treatment of the PTI founder in prison.
PTI has repeatedly demanded greater access to hospital care and the involvement of Khan’s personal doctors and family members. The party has also raised concerns about whether recommended medical investigations were carried out promptly.
The government, meanwhile, has maintained that Khan has been receiving medical care and has pointed to examinations by specialists and the availability of medical facilities.
The disagreement has extended beyond medical treatment to questions about family meetings, access to reading material and television, and the impact of prison conditions on Khan’s overall well-being.
What the Report Shows
The August 10 findings provide a snapshot of Khan’s condition at that particular time rather than a complete assessment of his long-term health.
The report recorded a blood pressure reading of 140/80, a pulse of 54 and normal ECG findings. It also highlighted anxiety and recommended lifestyle and social measures, including daily walking and more interaction with family members.
The later Supreme Court proceedings demonstrate how the medical issue developed into a matter involving both legal and political institutions.
The Imran Khan medical report remains an important document in understanding the medical concerns raised during his imprisonment. Its recommendations, along with subsequent hospital examinations and court proceedings, have kept attention focused on the former prime minister’s access to healthcare and the conditions under which he is receiving treatment.
