A premature infant born at 30 weeks' gestation was transferred from another hospital to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Al-Khobar Hospital at 10 days old. The infant was in critical condition and exhibited signs of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), one of the most severe complications that can affect preterm babies.
The decision to proceed with surgical intervention was made in a high-level coordinated effort between Dr. Farah Mohammed Shakib Hajar, Consultant Neonatologist and Head of Pediatrics; Dr. Fatima Al-Fattouri, Consultant Pediatric Surgeon; and Dr. Mohammed Al-Ayoubi, Consultant Anesthesiologist, after medical management failed to control the condition.
The infant's small intestine was resected for a total of over 150 cm during the surgical procedure, which is a significant length for a premature neonate. The infant was subsequently subjected to total parenteral nutrition (TPN) and intensive antibiotic therapy during a protracted and intricate stay in the NICU.
Consequently, the neonate developed short bowel syndrome, a chronic complication necessitating specialized, long-term care, as a consequence of the substantial bowel resection. The condition was successfully managed without significant complications as a result of the multidisciplinary NICU team's expertise.
The infant, who was feeding orally, was discharged home at two months of age and weighed 1.8 kg. By the age of five months, his weight had increased to 4.5 kg, indicating a significant catch-up in weight gain and accelerated growth, as evidenced by his continued follow-up at the neonatal clinic.
This case serves as an illustration of the intricate voyage of a premature infant who was fragile and whose survival and recovery necessitated exceptional coordination and expertise across various specialties. It also emphasizes the NICU at Al-Khobar Hospital as a premier regional referral facility for the management of high-risk and complex neonatal cases.
Jubail – Mouwasat Hospital
Mouwasat Hospital in Jubail Industrial City has achieved an important medical milestone in the ENT department by successfully performing a delicate surgery to remove a large tumor from the middle ear using advanced endoscopic techniques.
The specialized medical team, led by Dr. Mohammed Al Sheikh, ENT consultant specialized in otologic microsurgery, facial nerve surgery, cochlear implantation, and bone-anchored hearing systems, successfully removed a large middle ear tumor measuring 9 × 11 cm, which was firmly adherent to the facial nerve (seventh cranial nerve) and all the ossicles of the middle ear, making the case particularly complex and challenging.
The patient, a young man in his early thirties, had been suffering from this condition for more than seven years, during which he sought treatment at several medical facilities without achieving a definitive solution.
Following a comprehensive medical evaluation, the decision was made to proceed with surgery using advanced endoscopic ear surgery techniques, which offer enhanced visualization and precision when operating in delicate and confined anatomical areas.
By the grace of God, the procedure was completed successfully, achieving complete tumor removal while preserving the integrity of the facial nerve and surrounding vital structures.
This achievement reflects the advanced medical capabilities and technological resources available at Mouwasat Hospital – Jubail Industrial City, as well as the high level of expertise and specialization of its medical staff. It further underscores the hospital’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional, patient-centered healthcare in accordance with the highest standards of quality and safety.
Qatif – Mouwasat Hospital
In line with its ongoing commitment to providing advanced healthcare services, Mouwasat Hospital in Qatif has recorded a remarkable medical success in the field of Maxillofacial Surgery, following the successful management of a complex emergency case involving a patient who sustained a severe facial injury after a fall from height at an engineering worksite.
The Emergency Department at Mouwasat Hospital – Qatif received the patient in critical condition, suffering from a deep longitudinal facial laceration extending from the mid-forehead to below the left eye. The injury was associated with cement debris embedded in the wound, resulting in significant soft tissue damage and eyelid lacerations.
The emergency medical team responded promptly and efficiently, providing immediate first aid, thorough wound cleaning, and bleeding control, which contributed to stabilizing the patient’s condition and preventing further complications.
Following immediate coordination, the case was referred to the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, where the specialized medical team, led by Dr. Mostafa Mahmoud – Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon conducted a comprehensive assessment and decided on urgent surgical intervention due to the complexity and sensitivity of the injury.
The patient was transferred to the operating room without delay, where surgery was performed using advanced precision surgical techniques while adhering to the highest medical standards to preserve vital functions and achieve optimal aesthetic facial outcomes.
By the grace of God, the surgery was completed successfully, demonstrating high precision in reconstructing the damaged tissues and restoring the eyelids both functionally and cosmetically, with no noticeable facial scarring.
This achievement reflects the high level of expertise and professionalism of the maxillofacial surgery team, supported by the advanced medical technologies available at Mouwasat Hospital in Qatif.
This case highlights the effective integration between rapid emergency response and specialized surgical accuracy, reinforcing patients’ confidence in the quality of healthcare services provided and affirming Mouwasat Hospital – Qatif as a leading medical institution in delivering comprehensive, high-quality healthcare.
Qatif – Mouwasat Hospital
In line with its ongoing commitment to providing advanced healthcare services, Mouwasat Hospital in Qatif has recorded a remarkable medical success in the field of Maxillofacial Surgery, following the successful management of a complex emergency case involving a patient who sustained a severe facial injury after a fall from height at an engineering worksite.
The Emergency Department at Mouwasat Hospital – Qatif received the patient in critical condition, suffering from a deep longitudinal facial laceration extending from the mid-forehead to below the left eye. The injury was associated with cement debris embedded in the wound, resulting in significant soft tissue damage and eyelid lacerations.
The emergency medical team responded promptly and efficiently, providing immediate first aid, thorough wound cleaning, and bleeding control, which contributed to stabilizing the patient’s condition and preventing further complications.
Following immediate coordination, the case was referred to the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, where the specialized medical team, led by Dr. Mostafa Mahmoud – Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon conducted a comprehensive assessment and decided on urgent surgical intervention due to the complexity and sensitivity of the injury.
The patient was transferred to the operating room without delay, where surgery was performed using advanced precision surgical techniques while adhering to the highest medical standards to preserve vital functions and achieve optimal aesthetic facial outcomes.
By the grace of God, the surgery was completed successfully, demonstrating high precision in reconstructing the damaged tissues and restoring the eyelids both functionally and cosmetically, with no noticeable facial scarring.
This achievement reflects the high level of expertise and professionalism of the maxillofacial surgery team, supported by the advanced medical technologies available at Mouwasat Hospital in Qatif.
This case highlights the effective integration between rapid emergency response and specialized surgical accuracy, reinforcing patients’ confidence in the quality of healthcare services provided and affirming Mouwasat Hospital – Qatif as a leading medical institution in delivering comprehensive, high-quality healthcare.
Jubail – Mouwasat Hospital
Mouwasat Hospital in Jubail Industrial City has achieved an important medical milestone in the ENT department by successfully performing a delicate surgery to remove a large tumor from the middle ear using advanced endoscopic techniques.
The specialized medical team, led by Dr. Mohammed Al Sheikh, ENT consultant specialized in otologic microsurgery, facial nerve surgery, cochlear implantation, and bone-anchored hearing systems, successfully removed a large middle ear tumor measuring 9 × 11 cm, which was firmly adherent to the facial nerve (seventh cranial nerve) and all the ossicles of the middle ear, making the case particularly complex and challenging.
The patient, a young man in his early thirties, had been suffering from this condition for more than seven years, during which he sought treatment at several medical facilities without achieving a definitive solution.
Following a comprehensive medical evaluation, the decision was made to proceed with surgery using advanced endoscopic ear surgery techniques, which offer enhanced visualization and precision when operating in delicate and confined anatomical areas.
By the grace of God, the procedure was completed successfully, achieving complete tumor removal while preserving the integrity of the facial nerve and surrounding vital structures.
This achievement reflects the advanced medical capabilities and technological resources available at Mouwasat Hospital – Jubail Industrial City, as well as the high level of expertise and specialization of its medical staff. It further underscores the hospital’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional, patient-centered healthcare in accordance with the highest standards of quality and safety.
Riyadh – Mouwasat Hospital
Mouwasat Hospital in Riyadh has achieved a significant medical milestone in the Department of Cardiology, following the successful performance of a transcatheter mitral valve repair using balloon valvuloplasty without the need for conventional surgical intervention.
The procedure was performed on a female patient in her early thirties who was suffering from severe mitral valve stenosis, which had been significantly affecting her quality of life.
The patient had been experiencing shortness of breath with minimal physical exertion, preventing her from carrying out normal daily activities. After conducting the necessary medical evaluations, including echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), the examinations revealed severe mitral valve stenosis accompanied by elevated pulmonary artery pressure.
In this regard, Dr. Arafah Gomaa Ibrahim – Consultant and Head of the Department of Cardiology, explained that the diagnostic findings confirmed the need for an advanced therapeutic intervention to relieve symptoms and improve cardiac function without resorting to open-heart surgery.
Following a comprehensive review of the case by a multidisciplinary medical team comprising cardiologists and cardiac surgeons, and after clearly explaining the recommended treatment plan and obtaining written informed consent from the patient, the decision was made to proceed with balloon mitral valvuloplasty via cardiac catheterization.
The procedure was conducted successfully with the assistance of real-time echocardiographic guidance, which confirmed complete and effective mitral valve repair, eliminating the need for traditional surgical intervention.
By the grace of God, the patient regained consciousness immediately after the procedure without any recorded complications and was discharged from the hospital the following day in good health, with marked improvement in her respiratory symptoms.
This procedure is considered one of the most advanced and widely adopted minimally invasive cardiac interventions, reflecting the vision of Mouwasat Medical Services Company to attract highly specialized medical expertise and provide the latest medical technologies and equipment. It further underscores the hospital’s commitment to delivering world-class cardiac care in line with the highest international standards.
Riyadh – Mouwasat Hospital
Mouwasat Hospital in Riyadh received a patient referred from another hospital in the city who was suffering from rectal bleeding and a suspected bowel obstruction caused by an advanced cancerous tumor located in the upper rectum. Following an urgent assessment, the patient was admitted for the necessary laboratory tests and imaging studies.
A coordinated evaluation was conducted between the General Surgery Department and the Oncology Department to determine the optimal treatment plan. After reviewing the diagnostic results, the medical team decided to proceed with a surgical intervention led by: Dr. Ahmed Abdel Fattah Habib – Consultant of General Surgery & Oncology, with the assistance of Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Hindawi – Specialist in General Surgery.
The patient was then prepared for a precise laparoscopic surgical procedure targeting the affected section of the colon and rectum.
The entire procedure was performed using advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques and included:
This complex operation required a high level of surgical expertise due to the tumor’s advanced stage and its presence in a sensitive anatomical region.
By the grace of God, the surgery was completed successfully, and the patient was discharged in good health.
He will continue to be monitored through follow-up visits in both the Surgery Clinic and the Oncology Clinic to ensure the completion of his treatment plan according to the highest medical standards.
This operation is considered one of the most complex laparoscopic procedures that require specialized expertise and advanced surgical technologies.
This success aligns with Mouwasat Hospital Riyadh’s commitment to providing:
Jubail – Mouwasat Hospital
Mouwasat Hospital in Jubail continues to strengthen its position as one of the leading medical institutions in the region by providing advanced healthcare services that rely on cutting-edge medical technologies. Among its recent achievements are life-saving interventions performed through catheter-based procedures and interventional radiology, eliminating the need for open surgical operations.
The medical team successfully treated a patient suffering from severe internal bleeding resulting from an aneurysmal dilation of blood vessels associated with a tumor in the left kidney.
The case required urgent intervention, which was performed under local anesthesia using advanced interventional radiology techniques.
The procedure involved the precise embolization of the arteries feeding the aneurysmal lesion, which resulted in:
In a related achievement, the hospital recorded another successful intervention for a patient suffering from acute thrombosis in the pelvic and lower limb veins, a condition that poses serious risks if not managed promptly.
Using the latest interventional radiology technologies, the medical team performed catheter-directed venous thrombectomy, which contributed to:
These accomplishments reflect the high level of integration between the hospital’s specialized departments, as well as the:
This approach ensures safer outcomes, fewer complications, and faster recovery for patients.
Mouwasat Hospital in Jubail reaffirms its ongoing commitment to enhancing its medical services and adopting the latest advancements in interventional radiology and minimally invasive treatment techniques.
This commitment supports the hospital’s mission to deliver high-quality, safe, and effective healthcare that meets international standards.
Al-Khobar – Mouwasat Hospital
The medical team at Mouwasat Hospital in Al-Khobar has successfully performed a corrective surgery for a recurrent inguinal hernia in a patient in his forties, using advanced robotic surgical technology. This achievement marks the first procedure of its kind in the private healthcare sector.
The patient visited the general surgery clinic one year after undergoing a laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair with mesh placement at another hospital. Unfortunately, the hernia reappeared within the first month after the initial operation, causing discomfort and prompting the patient to seek specialized care at Mouwasat Hospital in Al-Khobar.
Following a comprehensive evaluation, the medical team—led by Dr. Sami Al-Assari, Consultant of General Surgery, Obesity Surgery, Robotic Surgery, and Colon & Rectal Surgery, decided to perform a corrective robotic surgery due to the complexity and sensitivity of the case.
The robotic system enabled precise tissue dissection, complete removal of the recurrent hernia, and accurate placement of the mesh. The technology played a key role in reducing bleeding, minimizing postoperative pain, and protecting the vital structures surrounding the hernia site.
By the grace of God, the surgery was successful, and the patient was discharged in good health and without complications.
This accomplishment further strengthens the position of Mouwasat Hospital in Al-Khobar as a leading center for advanced robotic surgeries in the region.
