In a move reflecting the rapid and remarkable development of the healthcare sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Imam Abdulrahman Al Faisal Hospital , a member of the Riyadh Health Cluster 1, has achieved a significant medical milestone, adding to the nation's record of medical successes. A specialized medical team successfully performed the first minimally invasive surgery using the "hidden incision" technique to remove a large solid uterine teratoma, representing a major advancement in gynecological and obstetric surgery.
Details of the medical achievement
The medical team skillfully removed a tumor measuring approximately 15 centimeters through a very small incision of no more than 1.5 centimeters, using a single-port endoscopic technique. This technique is among the latest global medical practices aimed at minimizing extensive surgical intervention and reducing the side effects and complications that may accompany traditional open surgery.
Dr. Yazid Al-Yousef, Head of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at the hospital, explained that the use of this advanced technique significantly reduced the patient's post-operative pain, accelerated recovery and return to normal life, and lowered the likelihood of infections or noticeable surgical scarring. He noted that the procedure was completed in record time without any significant complications.
Medical challenges and national competence
Dr. Al-Yousef explained that the biggest challenge in this case was extracting such a large tumor through the same small incision, without needing to enlarge it or resort to surgical fragmentation tools that can carry risks in some cases. This procedure reflects the high level of precision and professionalism of the Saudi medical staff in handling complex surgical cases.
Context of development in microsurgery
This achievement comes within the context of a global shift towards minimally invasive surgery. Whereas surgical procedures to remove tumors once required large incisions and extended hospital stays, modern techniques such as "hidden wound" surgery and microsurgical endoscopes now allow for complex operations with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Single-port surgery represents the pinnacle of this development, combining therapeutic efficacy with cosmetic results, thus significantly improving patients' psychological and physical quality of life.
Reflections of the Kingdom's Vision 2030
This success is not merely a testament to an advanced medical procedure; it also embodies the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 and the Health Sector Transformation Program, which focuses on enhancing the efficiency of healthcare services and localizing the latest treatment technologies. The ability of national medical professionals to perform such complex procedures locally eliminates the need for treatment abroad and reinforces the Kingdom's position as a leading destination for specialized healthcare in the region. This achievement underscores the ongoing development of healthcare services in Ministry of Health hospitals and health clusters to provide the best possible care for citizens and residents.
