Committee Holds Former PCB Director Responsible For Ihsanullah’s Aggravated Injury
An independent three-member Medical Committee has held former PCB Director, Medical and Sports Sciences Dr. Sohail Saleem responsible for delay, wrong diagnosis and hurried surgery from an inexperienced surgeon to the injured fast-bowler Ihsanullah
An independent three-member Medical Committee has attributed the delay, incorrect diagnosis, and rushed surgery performed by an inexperienced surgeon to the injured fast-bowler Ihsanullah to former PCB Director of Medical and Sports Sciences, Dr. Sohail Saleem.
The Committee’s report, submitted to PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, criticized the hasty planning of Ihsanullah’s surgery without specialist review or preoperative assessment. It highlighted the inappropriate choice of surgeon recommended by the Director, lacking the necessary academic qualifications and experience in the field.
Mohsin Naqvi had commissioned the independent panel, comprising Prof. Rana Dilawaiz Nadeem, Dr. Mumraiz Naqshband, and Prof. Javed Akram, to review the handling of Ihsanullah’s right elbow injury and propose future actions. Currently, Ihsanullah is undergoing assessment by Prof. Adam Watts in England to evaluate the PCB’s intervention.
The Committee found that Ihsanullah’s elbow pain wasn’t adequately addressed or treated, with delays in diagnosis and investigations, and lacking a formal rehabilitation process.
Furthermore, the Committee noted Ihsanullah’s failure to comply with the prescribed rehabilitation plan.
After a thorough examination, including consultations with various specialists, the Committee recommended aggressive physiotherapy and rehabilitation for Ihsanullah’s right elbow and shoulder. Surgery would be considered as a last resort if significant recovery isn’t seen within six to twelve months.
The Committee also pointed out delays in diagnosis, inappropriate treatment prescriptions, and non-compliance by Ihsanullah with the rehabilitation plan.
Despite recommending treatment plans, the Committee stressed the need for a physical assessment upon Ihsanullah’s return to Pakistan, followed by a multidisciplinary rehabilitation plan, including hydrodilation, to optimize his potential.
Additionally, the Committee reviewed the cases of Arshad Iqbal, Zeeshan Zameer, and women’s cricketer Shawal Zulfikar. Recommendations included a two-month rehabilitation program for Arshad, examination by a foot and ankle specialist for Zeeshan, and a CT scan of Shawal’s right shoulder.
Meanwhile, PCB’s spokesperson confirmed the resignation of Dr. Sohail Saleem, Director of Medical and Sports Sciences, which has been accepted by the PCB.
