In a landmark medical achievement, a team of surgeons at cairo university’s Japanese Abu Al-Rish Hospital successfully performed the first open-heart surgery on an 18-month-old Palestinian child from the Gaza Strip. The child, Al-Walid Ahmed Al-Waleed, suffered from “Fallot’s tetralogy,” a complex congenital heart defect that severely restricted blood flow and oxygen to his body.
The five-hour-long surgery, conducted in the Heart Surgery Unit and the Children’s Surprise at the hospital, was led by a renowned team of specialists: Dr. Tariq Salah, Professor of Cardiology and Chest at Cairo University’s Faculty of Medicine; Dr. John Fouad, Cardio and Chest Surgery Specialist; and Dr. Ahmed haddad, Professor of Anesthesia at the Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University.
Following the procedure, the child was transferred to the hospital’s pediatric intensive care unit under the watchful eye of Dr. Amal Al-Sisi, Professor of Pediatrics and Head of the Pediatric Heart Unit. After three days of close monitoring, he was moved to a private room to continue his recovery under the supervision of Dr. Rasha Jamal, Hospital Director, while receiving medication in readiness for his eventual discharge.
Dr. Mohamed Sami Abdel-sadiq, President of Cairo University, expressed his immense pride in the hospital’s accomplishment. “Cairo University hospitals, under the leadership of Dr. Hossam Salah, Dean of the Faculty of medicine and Chairman of the Hospitals Board of Directors, embody the commitment to providing healthcare to Palestinians, especially in times of crisis,” he stated. ”This is a testament to Egypt’s unwavering support for its brothers in Gaza.”
Dr. Hossam Salah echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the hospital’s dedication to providing comprehensive care to children and people from all sectors. “The Qasr Al-Aini palace consistently rises to the occasion, leading the national medical scene in humanitarian services, and offering hope and treatment of the highest caliber,” he said.
This remarkable surgery serves as a beacon of hope for children facing complex heart conditions in Gaza. It showcases the exceptional skills and dedication of the medical professionals at Cairo University’s hospitals, and reinforces the strong bond of support between Egypt and Palestine.
What are the implications of this prosperous surgery for the future of pediatric cardiology in the Gaza Strip?
Table of Contents
- 1. What are the implications of this prosperous surgery for the future of pediatric cardiology in the Gaza Strip?
- 2. Historic Open-Heart Surgery: A beacon of hope for Palestinian Children
- 3. Archyde News sat down with Dr. Tariq Salah, one of the leading surgeons who successfully performed the first open-heart surgery on a Palestinian child from the Gaza Strip at Cairo University’s Japanese Abu Al-Rish Hospital.
- 4. Q: Dr. Salah, could you walk us through the surgical procedure that was performed on young Al-Walid Ahmed Al-Waleed?
- 5. Q: How crucial was the collaboration between the medical team for this successful outcome?
- 6. Q: What challenges did this surgery present, and how were they overcome?
- 7. Q: Looking ahead, what does this surgery mean for the healthcare landscape in Gaza?
- 8. Q: Lastly, what message would you like to share with the readers regarding this groundbreaking procedure?
Historic Open-Heart Surgery: A beacon of hope for Palestinian Children
Archyde News sat down with Dr. Tariq Salah, one of the leading surgeons who successfully performed the first open-heart surgery on a Palestinian child from the Gaza Strip at Cairo University’s Japanese Abu Al-Rish Hospital.
Q: Dr. Salah, could you walk us through the surgical procedure that was performed on young Al-Walid Ahmed Al-Waleed?
Dr. Tariq salah: Al-Walid was suffering from Fallot’s tetralogy, a complex heart defect requiring a corrective operation. Our team performed a complete repair of the defect, which involves closing the ventricular septal defect (VSD) and enlarging the right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT), allowing blood too flow more efficiently through the heart.
Q: How crucial was the collaboration between the medical team for this successful outcome?
Dr. Tariq Salah: The success of this surgery is a testament to the exceptional teamwork and dedication of our multidisciplinary team.Dr. John Fouad’s expertise in cardiothoracic surgery, Dr. Ahmed Haddad’s anesthesiology skills, and the continuous support of Dr. Amal al-Sisi and dr. Rasha Jamal in the pediatric unit were pivotal. The leadership of Dr. Hossam Salah and the resources provided by Cairo University further ensured the surgery’s success.
Q: What challenges did this surgery present, and how were they overcome?
Dr. Tariq Salah: The primary challenges were the child’s young age and the complexity of the defect. However, our team’s extensive experiance and the advanced facilities at the Japanese Abu Al-Rish Hospital allowed us to overcome thes obstacles. Also, the unwavering support of Dr. Mohamed Sami Abdel-sadiq was instrumental in making this humanitarian mission a reality.
Q: Looking ahead, what does this surgery mean for the healthcare landscape in Gaza?
Dr. Tariq Salah: This surgery sends a strong message of hope and solidarity to the people of Gaza. It demonstrates that complex cardiac care is accessible,even in challenging circumstances. we hope to build on this success and continue providing high-quality healthcare to those in need, regardless of geographical constraints.
Dr. Tariq Salah: We hope this story inspires others in the medical community to reach out and collaborate, breaking down barriers to provide life-saving treatment.We also wish to dedicate this feat to al-Walid, whose resilience and strength are an inspiration to us all.