Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant Denies Undergoing Angioplasty Procedure
In a statement made on Friday, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant firmly denied reports that he had undergone an angioplasty procedure at Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune. He clarified that his visit to the hospital was solely for a routine medical checkup and not for any surgical intervention.
Contradictory Statements from Hospital and CM
The controversy began when Ruby Hall Clinic issued a statement late on Thursday, announcing that Sawant had been admitted and had successfully undergone an angioplasty procedure. The hospital's chief cardiologist, Dr. Purvez Grant, who is also the chairman and managing trustee, stated in the release that the intervention was completed without complications, and Sawant's condition was stable, with him recovering well under close observation.
However, on Friday morning, the situation took a turn as the hospital revised its statement, clarifying that Sawant had only undergone a routine checkup and had been discharged. This update came after Sawant himself spoke to the media from Pune, asserting, "I did not undergo any angioplasty procedure. It was a routine medical checkup. All my parameters are normal and I have been discharged."
Details of the Medical Visit
Key points from the incident include:
- Sawant was admitted to Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune, a renowned healthcare facility.
- Initial hospital communication indicated a successful angioplasty procedure.
- Sawant contradicted this, emphasizing it was a standard checkup with normal results.
- The hospital later aligned with Sawant's version, confirming the discharge after routine tests.
This episode has sparked discussions about transparency in medical disclosures involving public figures, though Sawant has maintained that his health is in good standing. The swift clarification from both the chief minister and the hospital aims to put any speculation to rest, highlighting the importance of accurate information in such matters.
