Sultan Al-Dawas Center Launches Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Implantation Program with Two Successful Surgeries
Two successful transcatheter tricuspid valve implantation surgeries performed on two Kuwaiti patients at Al-Adan Hospital.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
- The two procedures were performed on two Kuwaiti patients in their late seventies, who suffered from severe tricuspid valve regurgitation and early-stage liver cirrhosis.
- The patients left the center the following morning in stable condition, with notable improvement in heart function.
The Salman Al-Dabous Heart Center at Adan Hospital launched a transcatheter tricuspid valve implantation program, coinciding with the organization of a specialized workshop. Two procedures were carried out via the jugular vein in the neck through an incision no larger than one centimeter in diameter.
It was noted that the implantations were performed on two Kuwaiti women in their late seventies, who had severe tricuspid regurgitation and early liver cirrhosis. They underwent transcatheter valve implantation and were discharged from the center the next morning in stable condition, with significant improvement in cardiac function.
The Ministry clarified that this achievement was made possible with the support of the anesthesia and intensive care teams, and under the guidance of the heads of the relevant departments, including Dr. Badr Al-Ayad, Head of the Cardiology Department, Dr. Huda Al-Fudairi, and Dr. Muhammad Shamsah.
