Makkah: King Abdullah Medical City (KAMC) in the Holy Capital, part of the Makkah Health Cluster, has successfully saved the life of a Moroccan pilgrim suffering from heart complications during the Hajj rituals. This was made possible through advanced virtual monitoring and smart watch technology.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the pilgrim arrived at the medical city experiencing a severe heart attack, alongside chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes. She underwent a successful cardiac catheterization, where a drug-eluting stent was inserted into the anterior descending artery. After her condition stabilized, she was equipped with a smart watch to enable remote health monitoring, allowing her to safely continue her Hajj rituals.

The Makkah Health Cluster reported that while the pilgrim was in Mina, the smart watch sent immediate alerts after detecting abnormal health indicators, coinciding with her experiencing chest pain. The virtual follow-up team promptly directed her to Mina Al-Jisr Hospital for an urgent medical assessment. She was temporarily admitted and closely monitored until her condition stabilized. A comprehensive treatment plan and continuous follow-up were coordinated for her discharge.

The health cluster underscored the effective integration of specialized services at King Abdullah Medical City with remote care technologies, particularly the smart watch service, which played a crucial role in saving the pilgrim's life and ensuring her safety without delayed interventions.

The cluster also highlighted the significant role of the nursing team at the medical city in monitoring and swiftly responding to the situation, showcasing the maturity and progress of the digital system in supporting the Hajj health system.

This event exemplifies the digital transformation achieved by the Ministry of Health system, in alignment with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, prioritizing pilgrim services through the latest global smart healthcare models.