Vinod Kambli ‘stable’ after massive health crisis, receives Rs 50,000 aid from government

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a private hospital in Thane district, developed a fever on Tuesday but his condition is stable, doctors treating him said. It was announced on Tuesday. Kambli, 52, was admitted to Akruti Hospital near Bhiwandi town on Saturday (December 21) and is undergoing treatment for a urinary tract infection, Dr Vivek Trivedi told PTI. Trivedi is leading the medical team overseeing the former cricketer’s health. Doctors had planned to perform an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) test on the former India batsman, but he developed a fever and a decision on non-invasive medical treatment will be decided later, he said. Trivedi said a series of previous medical tests revealed a blood clot in his brain, necessitating the MRI scan.

He said Kambli is likely to be released from the ICU within one to two days and discharged from the hospital in about four days.

He said the Mumbai-based former cricketer’s condition was in critical condition after he suffered from severe urinary tract infection due to pus in his bladder four days ago. The pus was removed on admission.

Trivedi said his condition would worsen if he remained at home for a few more days, adding that his blood pressure was also fluctuating when he was taken to the hospital.

His condition is currently stable, the doctor added.

“His condition will be closely monitored over the next 24 hours and a decision on moving him out of the ICU will be made,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Shrikant Shinde Foundation, run by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his MP son, has come forward to help Kambli.

On the instructions of Eknath Shinde, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Mangesh Chiute visited the hospital to inquire about the health condition of the former cricketer, said an official release issued by the Deputy CM’s office in Thane on Tuesday evening. It became clear.

Chiute also worked with the hospital’s medical staff to ensure Kambli received the best care during her treatment.

Kalyan Lok Sabha MP Shrikant Shinde, son of Eknath Shinde, announced financial assistance of Rs 500,000 to Kambli. The support will be provided through the Dr. Shrikant Shinde Foundation next week, the release said.

Additionally, OSD Chiwte said Shrikant Shinde assured Kambli and his family of further support in the coming days.

Kambli expressed his sincere gratitude to the sensitive leaders of the state, especially Eknath Shinde and Shrikant Shinde, MLAs from Thane district, for their support and concern. The former cricketer also expressed his desire to meet the Deputy CM in person and thank him for the support extended to him in his time of need, the release said.

Eknath and Shrikant Shinde are expected to visit the hospital soon.