In a significant medical update for the Bollywood fraternity and fans of the "Bhaijaan" family, legendary screenwriter Salim Khan is showing signs of recovery at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital.
Following his hospitalization on February 17, 2026, due to
high blood pressure and a minimal brain hemorrhage, the 90-year-old veteran
underwent a successful Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA). His
attending physician, Dr. Jalil Parkar, has expressed optimism, stating
that the icon is stable and likely to be taken off the ventilator by February
19, 2026.
Key Highlights of Salim Khan's Health Update
- Procedure
Performed: Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA).
- Diagnosis:
Minimal brain hemorrhage triggered by high blood pressure.
- Current
Status: Stable in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
- Next
Step: Removal of ventilator support expected on February 19.
- Medical
Team: Led by Dr. Jalil Parkar (Pulmonologist), including Dr. Vinay
Chavan (Neurologist), Dr. Ajit Menon (Cardiologist), and Dr. Nitin Dange
(Neurosurgeon).
Understanding the Procedure: What is DSA?
Many fans were concerned about the term
"angiography." In Salim Khan's case, doctors performed a Digital
Subtraction Angiography (DSA), which is a specialized imaging technique.
Unlike traditional heart angiographies, a DSA is a high-tech
neurological tool used to visualize blood vessels in the brain. It allowed the
specialists to:
- Locate
the Hemorrhage: Precisely identify the area of the "minimal brain
hemorrhage."
- Assess
Blood Flow: Ensure there were no further clots or blockages.
- Non-Surgical
Intervention: The doctor clarified that the DSA itself is a
"procedure," not major open surgery, which is a positive sign
for the 90-year-old screenwriter.
Why was Salim Khan on a Ventilator?
Dr. Jalil Parkar clarified that the ventilator was used as a
"safeguard" rather than an indication of a critical,
life-threatening collapse.
- Precautionary
Measure: Because Salim Khan's blood pressure was exceptionally high
and he was experiencing "jerks," the ventilator allowed the body
to rest while doctors performed the necessary neurological investigations.
- Stability:
The doctors emphasized that he was "not critical" in the way
some sensationalist reports suggested, but rather "guarded" due
to his age.
The Khan Family and Industry Support
The news of Salim Khan's hospitalization brought the entire
film industry together in prayer.
- Family
Presence: Salman Khan rushed to the hospital from his Sikandar
shoot in Madh Island. He was joined by siblings Arbaaz, Alvira, and
Arpita, as well as Salim Khan’s wives, Salma Khan and Helen.
- Visitors:
Long-time creative partner Javed Akhtar visited the hospital twice,
alongside close family friend Sanjay Dutt.
- Well-Wishes:
Former actor Somy Ali and several cricketers, including Yusuf Pathan,
shared heartfelt messages on social media wishing the "Angry Young
Men" creator a speedy recovery.
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