12-05-2025
First ever complex TEVAR surgery in private hospital saves life of road accident victim
Muscat – A seat belt is always a lifesaving mechanism. With the experience of a complex life threating operation, doctors from Muscat Private Hospital (MPH) urged all, even at back seats, to sport seat belts. This ensures the impact due to an accident to be less and thus have less sudden effect on the heart and lungs.
Mumtaz Ahmed (a Pakistani national) critically injured in a severe car crash on April 25 in Kalba, Musandam, was initially treated at a government hospital. Despite stabilising efforts, a serious tear in the aorta near his heart, coupled with rib and spine fractures and liver damage, made his condition life-threatening. Due to overcrowded emergency cases in the government sector, he was shifted to Muscat Private Hospital.
A 12-member team of experts from Muscat Private Hospital performed a highly complex and life-saving vascular procedure for hours called TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair)—on a 38-year-old road accident victim recently. The complex operation involved teamwork involving the Cathlab, ICU, OT nurses and multiple departments including anesthesia, radiology and administration. This marks the first time the procedure has been performed in a private hospital in the country, showcasing advanced medical capabilities and swift emergency response.
Dr Ahmed Salim Mohammed al Aufi, Consultant Vascular and Trauma Surgeon, led the multidisciplinary team in performing the TEVAR procedure on May 3. He said, 'The operation was delicate and critical, but successful. The patient is stable, conscious, and responding well to physiotherapy. This case also highlights the importance of wearing seatbelts in both front and back seats. He had to put stem of 12mm to stop the blood clotting.' He has severe complications including high blood pressure but we had all our resources to help him out of the danger.
Dr Raymond Elias, Medical Director, added, 'This is a significant moment for Oman's private healthcare. The TEVAR case demonstrates not just medical innovation but commitment to saving lives.' He also called for people to wear always seat belts so that the impact gets less.
Dr Zahra Ghanim Ahmed, Dr Amr Hassan, and CEO Hassan al Lawati also played key roles in the operation and coordination. Lawait said, 'This is a perfect example of Public-Private Partnership in healthcare, aligning with Oman Vision 2040. We don't compete—we complete each other in service of the nation. Behind every success are unsung heroes—our nurses, technicians, ambulance and lab teams.'
