King Saud Medical City saves a patient whose heart stopped for 25 minutes
In a medical achievement that reflects the efficiency of the health system in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a specialized medical team at King Saud Medical City , a member of the first Riyadh Health Cluster, was able to save the life of a patient in his forties, after his heart had stopped completely for 25 minutes, in a critical condition that required urgent and precise intervention.
Details of critical moments and resuscitation
The story began when the patient arrived at the emergency department with no pulse or respiration. The medical team immediately declared a state of maximum alert and began implementing the advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) protocol. For 25 continuous minutes, they exerted desperate efforts, employing chest compressions, medication, and defibrillation, until their efforts were successful and the patient's circulation was restored.
The efforts did not stop there; once the condition was initially stabilized, the patient was transferred at record speed to the Heart Health Center to undergo an urgent cardiac catheterization, which played a crucial role in restoring blood flow and saving the heart muscle from permanent damage.
Recovery and intensive care journey
Following the surgical intervention, a meticulous treatment phase began, lasting 55 days in the cardiac intensive care unit. During this time, the patient was under constant monitoring by a multidisciplinary team including cardiologists, critical care physicians, and specialized nursing staff. Thanks to God and this intensive care, the patient's vital signs gradually improved, and he fully regained consciousness, was able to stand and walk again, and thus passed the critical stage.
In a humanitarian gesture, the medical staff celebrated the patient's discharge, emphasizing that this success embodies the spirit of teamwork and integration between the emergency and cardiology departments.
King Saud Medical City: A History of Leadership
This operation gains its significance from the prestigious status of King Saud Medical City (historically known as Al-Shumaisi Hospital), one of the oldest and largest medical institutions in Riyadh and the Kingdom. Since its establishment, the city has played a pivotal role as a referral center for critical cases, complex injuries, and accidents, boasting a proven track record in handling medical emergencies thanks to its qualified staff and advanced equipment.
Implications of the health transformation and Vision 2030
This achievement is not an isolated event, but rather a result of the healthcare transformation programs stemming from the Kingdom's Vision 2030. The establishment of health clusters, including the "First Riyadh Health Cluster," has contributed to increased operational efficiency and improved response times to emergencies. Saving this patient reflects the high level of preparedness of emergency departments and their ability to coordinate immediately between different specialties, reinforcing the Kingdom's position as a leading destination for advanced healthcare regionally and internationally, and underscoring the healthcare sector's commitment to preserving human life and providing the highest standards of quality and safety for patients.
