publish time

29/09/2023

author name Arab Times

publish time

29/09/2023

Aortic arch catheterization

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 28: Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital has reported a remarkable achievement by its Vascular Unit. They successfully performed a highly intricate catheterization procedure on a 65-year-old patient afflicted with an 8-centimeter aortic arch aneurysm—a surgery considered one of the most intricate and rarest arterial catheterization procedures ever conducted. Dr. Ahmed Amir, the Head of the Vascular Unit and an expert in Vascular Surgery and Arterial Catheterization, shared in a press statement today that this operation was an exceedingly complex endeavor. It involved the complete replacement of the aortic arch and its associated arteries leading to the brain and hands, all accomplished through a catheter with minimal intervention. Amir explained that cases of this nature necessitate the production of a specialized stent tailored to the patient’s arterial dimensions.

The medical team in the vascular unit at Jaber Hospital

Crafting such a stent typically requires 6-8 weeks, involving a meticulous process of development and testing before it can be utilized for the intended patient. He highlighted that this cutting- edge technology is typically available only in select hospitals worldwide. Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital began employing branched stents in 2020 and has continuously adopted the latest international advancements in branched aortic arch catheterization. Amir stressed that these procedures demand a concerted effort from an integrated team, encompassing vascular surgeons, cardiologists, anesthesiologists, intensive care specialists, and kidney surgeons.

Their collaborative approach ensures the formulation of the most suitable treatment plan to minimize complications. The hospital takes pride in achieving accreditation as one of the first centers in the Middle East to offer this groundbreaking procedure, following a series of successful surgeries for less complex aortic aneurysms. Amir expressed optimism that by embracing the latest global technologies in heart surgery, the hospital will help reduce the need to send patients abroad for treatment, ultimately aspiring to become a regional hub in the Middle East for aortic aneurysm care. (KUNA)