Press Release
19 October, 2026, 03:55 pm
Last modified: 19 October, 2026, 04:00 pm
Akij Mediplex Limited and KNS Canada (BD) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to support the diagnosis and assessment of chronic liver diseases.
The agreement was signed on 13 October at Akij Mediplex's diagnostic and consultation centre in Mirpur, Dhaka, where a scientific workshop on FibroScan technology was also held to strengthen physicians' diagnostic knowledge and skills, according to the press release.
Dr Tasrina Rahman, director of KNS Canada (BD), presented a paper titled "FibroScan – The Platform for the Diagnosis of the Consequences of Chronic Liver Diseases".
Her presentation highlighted the role of FibroScan technology in assessing liver health, identifying complications associated with chronic liver diseases and supporting their diagnosis and management. She also explained how the technology can assist physicians in evaluating liver conditions.
Abu Zafor Iqbal Ahamed, chief business officer of Akij Mediplex Limited, attended the session alongside consultants and other senior officials of the organisation.
The organisations said the initiative reflected their commitment to sharing medical knowledge, raising awareness of advanced diagnostic technologies and improving healthcare services.
Both expressed their intention to continue working together to strengthen medical professionals' skills and encourage the adoption of innovative diagnostic technologies.