Chinese Pilgrim Receives World’s Smallest Wireless Pacemaker in Makkah
In a remarkable turn of events, a 69-year-old Chinese pilgrim was given a new lease on life at Makkah’s King Abdullah Medical City with the installation of the world’s smallest and most advanced wireless pacemaker.
The decision to implant this groundbreaking device was made by the medical team after the patient experienced severe dizziness due to heart arrhythmia. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, the team successfully completed the procedure without the need for traditional surgery, sparing the patient from any chest incisions or scars.
Weighing only 2.8 grams and resembling a small capsule, this innovative pacemaker represents a significant advancement in medical technology. Following the successful procedure, the patient is currently under close observation in the cardiac intensive care unit and is on the road to recovery.
This milestone achievement highlights King Abdullah Medical City’s unwavering commitment to providing pilgrims with access to the latest, most advanced, and costly technologies at no charge. It is a testament to the hospital’s dedication to ensuring the well-being and health of all those who seek medical treatment within its walls.