Successful prostatectomy using the Holub technique at Dallah Al-Khobar
Dallah Hospital Al-Khobar recorded a new medical achievement that adds to its series of continuous successes in the field of advanced healthcare, as the medical team was able to successfully end the suffering of a seventy-year-old patient using the latest global technologies in urological surgery.
The hospital received a 72-year-old patient who had been suffering for a long time from painful health complications, including chronic urinary retention and a significant decline in kidney function due to severe prostate enlargement. This advanced condition had resulted in the patient's complete and continuous dependence on a urinary catheter, as well as frequent visits to the emergency department due to persistent pain and complications.
Details of the procedure and advanced Hollip technology
Led by Dr. Abdullah Musa Al-Zahrani, Consultant Urologist and Laser and Reconstructive Surgeon, the first laser prostatectomy using the HoLEP technique was performed at Dallah Hospital Al-Khobar. This technique is currently the global gold standard for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), especially for large prostates that previously required open surgery.
The entire procedure was performed laparoscopically, without the need for any external incisions, thus minimizing the risk of bleeding and accelerating recovery. The medical team took great care to preserve the integrity of the urinary valve and bladder, opting for spinal anesthesia as a precautionary measure appropriate to the patient's overall health and affected kidney function.
Immediate results and rapid recovery
The procedure was a complete success, thanks be to God, with results showing an immediate improvement in the patient's condition. The medical team was able to remove the urinary catheter in less than 24 hours, allowing the patient to urinate normally for the first time in many months, with a clear and promising improvement in kidney function.
The importance of Hollip technology and the development of the health sector
This procedure is significant because Holb (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate) represents a major advancement in modern medicine, offering a radical and effective solution for patients with enlarged prostates, with very short hospital stays compared to traditional surgeries. The availability of this technology in hospitals in the Eastern Province reflects the significant development of the healthcare sector in Saudi Arabia and the efforts of medical institutions to localize the latest global treatments, thus reducing the need for patients to travel abroad for treatment and supporting quality of life goals.
It is worth noting that Dallah Healthcare Group continues to provide its leading services to more than four million patients annually through a wide network of hospitals and specialized clinics, in addition to home healthcare services. The group relies on a select group of highly qualified medical professionals and state-of-the-art technology, adhering to the highest standards of quality and patient safety, thus solidifying its position as a premier and trusted healthcare provider in the Kingdom.
