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Asharq Al-Awsat
3 days ago
- General
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Grand Mosque's Mobile Stroke Unit Saves Life of Ugandan Hajj Pilgrim
The Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) stationed at the Grand Mosque, affiliated with King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSHRC), successfully intervened to save a Ugandan Hajj pilgrim who suffered a severe cerebral hemorrhage. The pilgrim lost consciousness within the Grand Mosque due to the hemorrhage, prompting an immediate response from the specialized unit, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Sunday. Upon diagnosis at the scene, immediate treatment was initiated before the pilgrim was transferred to King Abdulaziz Hospital, a Makkah Health Cluster member, for further comprehensive medical care. The MSU, unique in the Middle East, is fully equipped with a specialized medical team including a neurologist, cardiologist, respiratory therapist, emergency nurse, radiologist, and paramedic, along with a CT scanner. This advanced capability significantly enhances the efficiency of on-site diagnosis and treatment. The Ugandan pilgrim received critical treatment within an impressive 16 minutes, one-sixth of the internationally accepted standard time of 60 minutes for such cases. His condition has since improved, and he is now undergoing medical rehabilitation to complete his Hajj rituals. This rapid and efficient response exemplifies Saudi Arabia's integrated healthcare system, which aims to boost service quality and accessibility with the highest efficiency. Such efforts align directly with the objectives of the Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program, key pillars of Saudi Vision 2030, focused on providing advanced healthcare and ensuring pilgrims perform their rituals safely.
Leaders
11-03-2025
- Health
- Leaders
Makkah Health Cluster Saves Egyptian Pilgrim after Severe Heart Attack
A dedicated medical team at Al-Noor Specialist Hospital, part of the Makkah Health Cluster, successfully saved the life of a 64-year-old Egyptian pilgrim after he experienced a severe heart attack. The team performed a life-saving procedure in less than eight minutes. According to the Makkah Health Cluster, the pilgrim arrived at the hospital's emergency department complaining of intense chest pain. He was promptly diagnosed with severe coronary artery thrombosis. The patient was immediately rushed to the catheterization lab, where the medical team conducted an emergency cardiac catheterization and inserted a stent to restore blood flow, successfully stabilizing his condition. Al-Noor Specialist Hospital's Heart Center is equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by highly skilled medical professionals, enabling swift and effective responses to critical cases. The hospital remains dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare services to pilgrims and visitors of the holy sites, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Related Topics : Health Centers in Grand Mosque Provide Services around Clock to Guests of God Saudi Health Ministry Convoy Transfers Hospitalized Pilgrims to Holy Sites King Abdulaziz Hospital in Makkah Accredited as Senior-Friendly Facility Saudi Arabia Launches Emergency Scooters to Help Worshippers in Madinah Short link : Post Views: 108 Related Stories
