A medical team from King Abdullah Medical City hospital broke new ground when it managed to unblock veins and arteries and replace aortic valves without performing bypass surgery.
The medical team cured five patients with heart problems through performing successful arterial cardiac catheterization procedures.
Dr. Osama Al-Khatib, president of the cardiac center at King Abdullah Medical City, said that doctors there performed the procedure on high-risk patients whose bodies cannot handle surgery, notably the elderly and patients suffering from weak heart muscles.
“The procedures were 100 percent successful,” he said. “The announcement was made after the patients were discharged from hospital.”
He said the process does not take more than a couple of hours.
“Such operations, which involve inserting the catheter and switching the valves, are not performed in many hospitals in the Kingdom,” he said.
Al-Khatib expressed pride at this new medical achievement.
Dr. Yassin Malawi, executive general manager of King Abdullah Medical City, said that the institution is striving for advancement in its medical services, particularly for heart-related disorders.
Malawi attributed the success of the procedures to the continuous support granted by the Ministry of Health and the government.
KSA breaks new ground in cardiac procedures
KSA breaks new ground in cardiac procedures
Where We Are Going Today: Yashi
Located in Jeddah’s Mohammadiyyah district, Yashi offers a menu focused on Asian staples, from ramen and noodles to dumplings and curry.
The interior reflects its theme, with decor inspired by Asian motifs and a warm, inviting atmosphere that encourages diners to stay longer.
I started with a few light appetizers, including the surimi salad with sesame sauce and crispy rice with shrimp. Both were executed as described, the textures worked as expected and, most importantly, the flavors stayed on the traditional side. The kimchi wagyu taco is another dish worth trying, offering a subtle layer of heat.
The menu may be simple and limited in offerings, but I chose to try three ramen dishes for the mains. The tom yum ramen featured slow-cooked chicken broth with grilled shrimp, fresh noodles, vegetables, and a soy-marinated egg.
The broth had a clear balance of tang and spice, though the shrimp could have been slightly more prominent in flavor. Secondly, the yuzu ramen, with grilled chicken and enoki mushroom tempura, features a yuzu-infused broth that adds a light citrus note, offering a unique flavor not found elsewhere in the city.
The shoyu ramen, with wagyu beef slices in a 12-hour slow-cooked broth, offered tender meat and a flavorful broth. I also tried the spicy noodles with Chinese chili oil and wagyu beef. The heat was noticeable but manageable, and the bok choy added a fresh element to the dish.
A highlight is that the chili oil used in the noodles is available for purchase at the restaurant, allowing you to take a taste of Yashi home.
Dumplings, including shrimp and beef gyoza, were prepared cleanly, with a solid filling-to-wrapper ratio. For dessert, the mango sticky rice was consistent with expectations, with the mango adding a fresh, fruity note to the dish.
The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday and is worth a visit.
