Saudi Medical Experts Successfully Separate Conjoined Twins From Kano

A Saudi medical and surgical team has successfully completed the separation surgery of Nigerian conjoined twins, Hassana and Husaina, at the King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital in King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh.

Naija News gathered that the surgery was performed according to the instructions of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, who holds the titles of Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

The Royal Embassy Of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Alsahabi, issued this statement in Abuja’s Press Attache.

He mentioned that the successful separation of Hassana and Husaina underscores the Kingdom’s dedication to advancing medical science and providing compassionate healthcare worldwide.

Alsahabi described a meticulously planned surgical procedure conducted on the Kano twins, who arrived in Riyadh on October 31, 2023.

The surgery, which began on February 29, 2024, lasted approximately 14 hours and unfolded in nine stages.

A team of 38 medical professionals specializing in various fields collaborated seamlessly to ensure the operation’s success.

Alsahabi said, “The procedure, which began on Thursday morning, 29th February 2024, marked the culmination of meticulous planning and execution by a dedicated team of medical professionals.

“The Kano twins, who arrived in Riyadh on October 31, 2023, underwent comprehensive examinations that revealed shared areas in the lower abdomen, pelvis, lower spine, and lower spinal nerves.

“The surgical intervention unfolded in nine planned stages, lasting approximately 14 hours.

“A team comprising 38 consultants, specialists, technicians, and nursing staff specialising in anaesthesia, pediatric surgery, urology, orthopaedics, plastic surgery, and pediatric neurosurgery collaborated seamlessly to ensure the success of this complex operation.

“This surgical milestone marked the 60th operation undertaken by the Saudi program for separating Siamese twins, a program that has provided care for 135 conjoined twins from 25 countries over the past 34 years.”