Iranian pilgrim saved from heart attack in Makkah by Saudi medical team
MAKKAH — A Saudi medical team in Makkah saved the life of an Iranian pilgrim who suffered a severe heart attack, performing emergency surgery within the critical first hour and enabling him to continue his Hajj journey.
The incident underscores Saudi Arabia's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality, specialized medical care to pilgrims through advanced facilities and qualified national personnel.
According to a statement from the Makkah Health Cluster, the pilgrim arrived at the emergency department of King Abdullah Medical City suffering from acute chest pain caused by a severe heart attack.
The medical team swiftly assessed the situation and performed immediate surgery within the so-called "golden hour," a vital period for preventing complications.
The statement emphasized that the successful operation was carried out under Saudi Arabia's urgent care protocols, part of the national healthcare model designed to provide rapid interventions.
The patient is now in stable condition, with no complications reported, and is expected to rejoin his Hajj group in the coming days to complete his pilgrimage.
Ali Reza Bayat, head of Iran's Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization, praised the Kingdom's efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims during a meeting with Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif on Wednesday.
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