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PM Shehbaz takes notice of non-functional CTA machine at PIMS cardiology dept; Imran's related test not performed

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday took notice of the non-functional computed tomography angiography (CTA) machine at the cardiology department of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims), after former premier Imran Khan was brought to the hospital for a medical check-up. The premier has constituted a committee, headed by the Establishment Division secretary, to examine…

PM Shehbaz takes notice of non-functional CTA machine at PIMS cardiology dept; Imran's related test not performed

PM Shehbaz Sharif, upon learning of the non-functional computed tomography angiography (CTA) machine at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), has taken notice. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan was brought to the hospital for a medical check-up, leading to the establishment of an inquiry committee to examine the issue and assign responsibility.

The non-functional CTA machine, which should have been available for Imran's test, was reportedly unavailable due to improper coordination and referral processes between the cardiology and radiology departments.

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