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Times of Oman
25-04-2025
- Health
- Times of Oman
Royal Decree strengthens organ donation framework in Oman
Muscat: The Ministry of Health has affirmed that the Royal Decree issuing the Organ Transplant and Donation Regulation Law represents a fundamental step in strengthening the legislative framework of the Sultanate of Oman's healthcare system. The law addresses the growing need for organ transplant procedures as a therapeutic solution for patients suffering from end-stage organ failure. His Excellency Dr Hilal bin Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health, stated to the Oman News Agency that the law supports the National Organ Transplant Programme, ensuring the rights and safety of both organ donors and recipients. It precisely regulates the conditions and procedures for organ donation, whether during life or after death, while defining legal responsibilities and the roles of medical institutions. His Excellency also highlighted that the Public Health Law is a crucial necessity for organising all aspects related to public health, including widely recognised concepts in this field. It establishes a comprehensive system of scientific and practical regulations, serving as a reference for the healthcare system's interactions with various sectors. The law aligns with Oman Vision 2040, reinforcing its objectives and supporting its goals to provide more inclusive healthcare services for all. His Excellency expressed deep appreciation for the Royal attention and commitment of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, may God protect him, in continuously advancing the healthcare sector in Oman. His Majesty's dedication ensures the development of a comprehensive and integrated healthcare system that meets the needs of the population.
Times of Oman
04-03-2025
- Health
- Times of Oman
Oman achieves historic conjoined twin separation
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully performing the first separation of Omphaloischiopagus conjoined twins. This rare condition involves twins sharing a pelvic region, with connections in their intestines, urinary system, and blood vessels. The complex operation, lasting 19 hours, represents a triumph of medical expertise and collaboration. The Omani twins are now receiving intensive medical care, and their health is steadily improving. The operation was conducted under the direct supervision of His Excellency Dr. Hilal bin Ali Al Sabti, the Minister of Health. A highly skilled medical team, comprising specialists from various fields, including surgeons and medical personnel from the Royal Hospital, Khoula Hospital, the Medical City Hospital for Military and Security Services, and Nizwa Hospital, 1 worked in close coordination. Their efforts were guided by an advanced medical plan designed to ensure the best possible outcome. This operation required a comprehensive and integrated approach, drawing upon the expertise of specialised Omani teams across numerous surgical and supportive medical disciplines. This achievement reflects the advancement of healthcare services within the Sultanate of Oman. The procedure involved delicate stages, beginning with thorough assessments and surgical preparations, followed by the separation and tissue reconstruction, and concluding with post-operative care and intensive medical monitoring to ensure the twins' recovery and stability. This medical success marks a landmark moment for Oman's health sector, demonstrating the capability of Omani professionals to perform highly complex surgical procedures to international standards, thereby enhancing Oman's standing in the field of advanced surgery. Dr. Mohammed Jaafar Al-Sajwani, Senior Consultant Paediatric Surgeon at the Royal Hospital and head of the Siamese twin separation team, emphasised the rarity of conjoined twins, noting that many children do not survive due to congenital abnormalities. He highlighted the particular complexity of pelvic conjoined twins, especially in girls, due to the intricate network of organs in this area. The team had been monitoring the case throughout the pregnancy and decided to undertake the operation within Oman. The birth proceeded smoothly, and the twins were transferred to the neonatal intensive care unit. Over the preceding 11 months, the team addressed numerous challenges through meticulous preparations, including detailed meetings and imaging studies to map the twins' shared anatomy. Dr. Al-Sajwani attributed the success of the 7th February operation to the expertise and skills of Omani specialists. Further contributing surgeons and medical staff detailed their roles. Dr. Muhannad Mohammed Batal, Consultant Paediatric Surgeon, highlighted the operation as a milestone, confirming the ability of Omani professionals to meet the highest international medical standards. Dr. Ali bin Taleb Al-Jabri, Senior Consultant Neonatal Intensive Care, explained the year long planning and monitoring involved. Dr. Nawal bint Abdullah Al Sharji, Consultant Paediatric Urologist, spoke of the challenges presented by the shared urinary tracts. Dr. Masoud bin Nasser Al Abdali, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, explained the bone separation surgery. Dr. Sheikhan bin Nasser Al Hashemi, Consultant Paediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, detailed the complex tissue preservation and restoration. Dr. Ramla Malallah Al Qassab, Senior Consultant Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Physician, described the meticulous anaesthesia planning. Dr. Farhana bint Ishaq Al Othmani, Consultant Physician in Paediatric Intensive Care, spoke of the long recovery and infection risks, that were managed. Saeed Al Musalhi, the twins' father, expressed his gratitude to His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik and praised the dedication of the medical team. Ruqayyah bint Abdullah Al Jardani, a nurse and head of the operations wing, described the extensive preparations and collaboration with other teams. The report concluded by emphasising the extreme rarity of Omphaloischiopagus conjoined twins, making this Omani medical achievement truly exceptional on a global scale.
Observer
04-03-2025
- Health
- Observer
First separation of Siamese twins conducted in Oman
Muscat - The Sultanate of Oman has successfully conducted the first separation operation for Omphaloischiopagus conjoined or Siamese twins, one of the rarest types of conjoined twins that share the pelvic region with a connection in the intestines, urinary system, and blood vessels. The operation lasted 19 hours, and the Omani twins are undergoing intensive medical care after the operation, amid continuous improvement in their health condition. The operation was performed under the direct supervision of Dr. Hilal bin Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health, and the medical team included an elite group of surgeons and medical groups from the Royal Hospital, Khoula Hospital, the Medical City Hospital for Military and Security Services, and Nizwa Hospital. The operation required integrated medical efforts with the participation of Omani groups that specialized in various surgical and supportive medical fields, which reflects the development of health services in the Sultanate of Oman. It went through precise stages, starting with a comprehensive assessment and surgical preparation in several stages, followed by the separation and tissue reconstruction operation, and finally, the post-surgery stage and intensive medical care to ensure the recovery and health stability of the twins. Dr. Mohammed Jaafar al Sajwani, Senior Consultant Pediatric Surgeon at the Royal Hospital and Head of the Medical Team for the Siamese Twin Separation Operation, said that conjoined twins are very rare cases, and unfortunately, many children do not survive either before, during, or after birth due to congenital deformities. There are several cases of conjoined twins, but conjoined twins in the pelvic area are very rare, especially in girls, which increases their complexity due to the presence of many devices in this complex area. He added, "We were following up on the case during pregnancy and contacted the obstetricians, and we decided to perform the operation and treat them in the Sultanate of Oman. The birth went smoothly, and the twins were transferred to the intensive care unit for premature babies. He pointed out that there were some challenges that we were able to overcome during the 11 months of preparations, meetings, and x-rays to determine the location of the adhesion and the devices shared between the twins". Dr. Nawal bint Abdullah al Sharji, a consultant pediatric urologist, said that in the case of conjoined twins at the pelvis, there are adhesions in the urinary tract and ureters, and these are among the most prominent challenges we faced during the surgery. She stressed that the presence of a distinguished team of radiologists helped in detecting them, and we were able to deal with them and plan for them 11 months ago. The incidence of conjoined twins worldwide is estimated at one case per 200,000 to 1,000,000 births, while the omphaloschiopagus type is one of the rarest recorded cases, which makes this Omani medical success an exceptional achievement.
