In a significant medical milestone for Kuwait’s healthcare sector, the Chest Diseases Hospital has successfully performed minimally invasive coronary artery bypass surgery on a group of patients, achieving 100% positive outcomes. The groundbreaking procedures were led by consultant cardiac surgeon Dr. Mohammed Mishal Al-Ayyar, who heads the hospital’s surgical team.
Dr. Al-Ayyar said this type of advanced procedure is the first of its kind in Kuwait, marking a major departure from traditional coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), which typically requires a full sternotomy—an extensive opening of the chest. Instead, the new method involves a small incision of just 5 centimeters on the left side of the chest, significantly reducing the surgical burden on the patient and allowing for a faster recovery time, reports Al-Jarida daily.
“This represents a qualitative leap in heart surgery in Kuwait,” said Dr. Al-Ayyar. “Patients who undergo this new procedure can expect to return to their normal lives within just 3 to 5 days, unlike traditional surgeries that require extended recovery periods.”
The adoption of this innovative technique is part of the Chest Diseases Hospital’s commitment to integrating state-of-the-art global medical practices, ensuring that patients in Kuwait receive the highest standard of care. Dr. Al-Ayyar emphasized that this success reflects the leadership of national medical professionals, highlighting their competence in implementing complex surgical innovations on par with international benchmarks.
Dr. Al-Ayyar also expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Health for its steadfast support in equipping hospitals with the latest medical technologies, and extended appreciation to the hospital administration, led by Dr. Jamal Al-Fadhli, for providing continuous backing to medical teams and professionals.
This achievement is seen as a turning point in Kuwait’s cardiac care capabilities, reinforcing the nation’s position at the forefront of medical advancement in the region and paving the way for more innovations that enhance the quality and efficiency of healthcare services.
