Key points
- The pilgrim lost consciousness within the Grand Mosque
- Treatment was initiated before he was transferred to the hospital
- Ugandan pilgrim received critical treatment within 16 minutes
ISLAMABAD: The Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) stationed at the Grand Mosque, affiliated with King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC), successfully intervened to save a Ugandan pilgrim who suffered a severe cerebral haemorrhage.
The pilgrim lost consciousness within the Grand Mosque due to the haemorrhage, prompting an immediate response from the specialised unit.
Upon diagnosis at the scene, immediate treatment was initiated before the pilgrim was transferred to King Abdulaziz Hospital, a Makkah Health Cluster member, for further comprehensive medical care.
Specialised medical team
The MSU, unique in the Middle East, is fully equipped with a specialised medical team including a neurologist, cardiologist, respiratory therapist, emergency nurse, radiologist, and paramedic, along with a CT scanner.
This advanced capability significantly enhances the efficiency of on-site diagnosis and treatment.
The Ugandan pilgrim received critical treatment within an impressive 16 minutes—one-sixth of the internationally accepted standard time of 60 minutes for such cases.
Improved condition
His condition has since improved, and he is now undergoing medical rehabilitation to complete his Hajj rituals.
This rapid and efficient response exemplifies Saudi Arabia’s integrated healthcare system, which aims to enhance service quality and accessibility with the highest efficiency.
Such efforts align directly with the objectives of the Health Sector Transformation Programme and the Pilgrim Experience Programme, key pillars of Saudi Vision 2030, focused on providing advanced healthcare and ensuring pilgrims perform their rituals safely.
