The official responsible for the treatment of Abbas Kiarostami announced on Sunday, April 15, that reports about him having "malignant gastrointestinal cancer" are false, stating that the filmmaker's condition is "improving and he is coming out of a critical state." According to ISNA news agency, Reza Paydar said, "According to the latest pathology, cancer has not been reported; rather, he has a bowel polyp, and based on this, a part of the intestine with a growth has been removed." Mr. Paydar, who is the Deputy of Treatment at Iran Medical Sciences University, also denied reports regarding the filmmaker's diagnosis of "malignant gastrointestinal cancer" and any "medical negligence" during his first surgery. According to the report, a meeting was held on Sunday with the presence of Iraj Harirchi, Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Fazel, a vascular surgeon and professor at Shahid Beheshti University, Dr. Zafarghandi, a surgeon at Tehran University, and several other specialists regarding Kiarostami's treatment process. Meanwhile, Mohsen Tadinfar, the CEO of Jam Hospital where Abbas Kiarostami is hospitalized, announced that the filmmaker is "conscious" and "connected to a respiratory device due to the need for respiratory assistance." According to Mr. Tadinfar, Kiarostami's "general vital signs and overall condition" are "stable and improving." He reported that "multiple abdominal infections that arose due to the bowel surgery and gallbladder infection are under control and treatment." Abbas Kiarostami, the renowned Iranian filmmaker, underwent surgery for the second time in recent weeks on Tuesday, April 12. The discussion about Abbas Kiarostami having cancer first emerged from Fereydoun Jirani, a filmmaker and critic, in the early days of Farvardin in Iranian media. According to reports, Mr. Jirani stated that Abbas Kiarostami had cancer and had even been in a coma for a while due to bleeding. However, Mr. Jirani immediately denied these statements. Nevertheless, reports at least confirm Kiarostami's surgery ahead of the year 1395. Abbas Kiarostami is the only Iranian filmmaker to have received the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. "Taste of Cherry" is the title of this acclaimed work of his made in the mid-1370s. "Certified Copy," "Under the Olive Trees," "The Wind Will Carry Us," and "Where Is the Friend's House?" are other notable works of this artist.
Deputy of Iran Medical Sciences University: Kiarostami Does Not Have Cancer
Abbas Kiarostami's medical team has denied reports of him having cancer, stating he is recovering from a bowel polyp surgery. The news follows earlier speculation about his health, which was fueled by comments from filmmaker Fereydoun Jirani. This situation is significant as Kiarostami is a prominent figure in Iranian cinema.
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📰 What Happened
Reports of Abbas Kiarostami having cancer were denied by his medical team, stating he is recovering from surgery for a bowel polyp. His condition is reportedly improving after complications from the surgery.
- Kiarostami underwent surgery for a bowel polyp and is recovering.
- Initial rumors about his health included claims of cancer and coma, which were later retracted.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Abbas Kiarostami is a pivotal figure in Iranian cinema, known for his artistic contributions and unique storytelling style. Misinformation about his health can have significant implications for his legacy and the Iranian cultural scene.
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