A delicate surgery in Riyadh ends 15 years of suffering using single-incision technology
In a move reflecting the rapid development witnessed by the health sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Imam Abdulrahman Al Faisal Hospital , one of the main components of the First Riyadh Health Cluster , recorded a qualitative medical achievement represented in ending the suffering of a patient that lasted for more than a decade and a half.
The specialized medical team at the hospital was able to perform a delicate and complex surgical procedure to remove part of the colon using advanced endoscopic technology through a “single incision”, which put an end to chronic pain and recurrent intestinal obstructions that had plagued the patient for 15 years, negatively affecting her quality of life during that long period.
Highly qualified Saudi medical team
This achievement was led by a specialized surgical team headed by Dr. Talal Al-Shehri, with the participation of a select group of medical professionals including Dr. Yazid Al-Yousef, Dr. Talal Al-Mukhlifi, and Dr. Munira Al-Qarni. The operation was a complete success without any significant complications, and the patient was discharged from the hospital in stable condition, with the symptoms that had plagued her for years completely gone.
What is the “single slot” technique?
Single-port laparoscopy is a revolution in general surgery and colorectal surgery. This technique offers several advantages over traditional surgery or even multi-port laparoscopy, most notably:
- Pain reduction: A single small surgical incision is made (often in the navel area), which reduces post-operative pain.
- Speed of recovery: This technique helps patients return to their normal lives in record time compared to open surgeries.
- Cosmetic results: It leaves an almost invisible surgical scar, which improves the patient's psychological state.
A reflection of the vision of health transformation
This achievement is not merely a successful surgical procedure, but rather part of the comprehensive transformation underway in the Kingdom's healthcare sector, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. The First Riyadh Health Cluster aims to enhance the efficiency of medical facilities and localize specialized and complex surgeries, thereby reducing the need to refer patients to other centers or travel abroad for treatment.
The success of Imam Abdulrahman Al Faisal Hospital in performing such advanced operations confirms the readiness of Saudi medical staff and the availability of modern technical equipment, which contributes to raising quality of life indicators and providing health care that matches global standards.
