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A Life Rewritten: KFSHRC treats rare disease after 22 years of specialized care
A Life Rewritten: KFSHRC treats rare disease after 22 years of specialized care

Zawya

time09-07-2025

  • Health
  • Zawya

A Life Rewritten: KFSHRC treats rare disease after 22 years of specialized care

In a rare example of a lifelong bond between a patient and a healthcare institution, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has continued to support a patient since infancy, providing 22 years of continuous care for a rare genetic blood clotting disorder, ultimately culminating in a liver transplant—the first of its kind globally for this particular condition. When the early signs of illness appeared during the patient's first months of life, KFSHRC teams raced against time to stabilize her condition. She was diagnosed with a congenital deficiency in plasminogen, a protein essential for dissolving blood clots, resulting in fibrous deposits that posed serious threats to her tissues and organs. The complexity of her case posed both medical and quality-of-life challenges, requiring a comprehensive, multidisciplinary care system. This extended beyond medical treatment to include all facets of life-supporting care. Teams from nursing, nutrition, and information technology joined hematology and transplant specialists to ensure the young girl's well-being. In a reflection on the early days, the patient's father said: 'My daughter suffered from the moment she was born. She cried constantly and couldn't nurse. We lived in continuous worry with no clear answers until God opened a door of hope. Today, thanks to God first, and then to the remarkable healthcare capabilities provided by the Government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, may God preserve them, we witness our daughter's recovery from this rare disease after two decades of struggle.' Throughout the years of treatment, the patient relied on regular intravenous doses of plasminogen, along with eye drops to reduce the disease's effect on her vision. The annual cost of treatment exceeded 6 million SAR, fully covered by the Saudi government. This reflects the Kingdom's profound commitment to human health and its investment in quality of life even in the most complex medical cases. Dr. Hazzaa Al-Zahrani, Director of Adult Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant Division at KFSHRC Riyadh and the supervising physician, explained that managing the case required a precise and long-term approach to prevent complications and ensure stability. The decision to proceed with a liver transplant came after careful consideration as an extraordinary therapeutic option for an exceptionally rare case. The success of the procedure marked a turning point in her medical journey and a beacon of hope for patients facing similar conditions worldwide. This approach is deeply rooted in the vision of King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, which places the patient at the core of every practice and is committed to delivering integrated care where scientific expertise meets human compassion, in line with its mission to serve society at the highest standards.

A New Year
A New Year

Asharq Al-Awsat

time26-06-2025

  • Politics
  • Asharq Al-Awsat

A New Year

Congratulations to the Islamic nation, and all of humanity, on the new year whose sun has risen upon us. I extend my heartfelt greetings, especially to my brothers and sisters in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and I pray that Almighty God will continue to bless us with faith in Him and in His Messenger (peace be upon him). Our sun has risen high, creating rays of love, peace, and harmony, radiating with the promise that our leader, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, made after ascending to the throne: "I ask God to help me serve the dear people and realize their dreams, and protect our country and security and stability, and protect it from all evil." He also added - may God support him: "Today, our Arab and Islamic nation is in dire need of unity and solidarity. We in this country, which God has honored by choosing it as the starting point of His message and the Qibla of Muslims, will continue to seek unity, bring hearts together, and, guided by the teachings of our noble Islamic faith, defend the causes of our nation. The Almighty has chosen this for us and instilled faith in peace, mercy, moderation, and balance." The King has indeed kept his word and fulfilled his promise. Now we see our Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, fulfilling his promises to our King. He is serving our people, consolidating security and stability, and striving for our nation's unity, with his conferences and statements reaffirming the Kingdom's solid support for our causes, especially the Palestinian cause. World leaders have come to admire His Highness, and many are now seeking his counsel and support. Our Crown Prince continues to follow through on his social and economic development commitments of Vision 2030. Meanwhile, our Foreign Minister has been flying around the world to foster unity and bring people together, and our other ministers are roaming the globe to draw the industries, technologies, and investments the country needs if the Kingdom is to fulfill its ultimate duty, empowering its citizens and transforming the Kingdom into a beacon of humanity, just as the martyr King Faisal bin Abdulaziz had hoped. Today, that vision has become reality. We now see our citizens providing priceless services, not only to the Muslims making pilgrimage but also to people across the world through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, which operates in 106 countries. We and our noble religion are blessed. We rejoice at our wise leadership. From King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman to this day, our leaders have fostered prosperity and raised our ambitions for the future as high as the heavens.

Crown Prince sends condolences to Iranian President over attack victims
Crown Prince sends condolences to Iranian President over attack victims

Argaam

time14-06-2025

  • Politics
  • Argaam

Crown Prince sends condolences to Iranian President over attack victims

Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call today, June 14, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, during which he extended his condolences over the victims of the Israeli attacks and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. The Crown Prince reaffirmed the Kingdom's rejection of the use of force to resolve conflicts, emphasizing the need to adopt dialogue as the foundation for settling disputes. He reiterated the Kingdom's condemnation of attacks that violate Iran's sovereignty and international law, stressing that such escalation obstructs diplomatic efforts. The Iranian President expressed appreciation for the Kingdom's stance and thanked the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques for facilitating the affairs of Iranian pilgrims until their return home.

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