Amman:The Queen Alia Heart Institute, part of the Royal Medical Services (RMS), has launched a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement technique in collaboration with a medical team from Trier Hospital in Germany. This development took place during a specialized workshop that included a series of successful surgeries, resulting in positive clinical outcomes and faster patient recovery times.
According to Jordan News Agency, Brig. Gen. Dr. Razi Abu Anzeh, the Head of the Cardiac Surgery Department, explained that the procedure requires only a small surgical incision of no more than four centimeters on the right side of the chest beneath the armpit, avoiding the traditional full sternotomy. This method is designed to reduce pain, minimize surgical complications, shorten hospital stays, and provide better cosmetic results.
Dr. Abu Anzeh mentioned that the department plans to adopt this technique for suitable medical cases, leveraging its experience in minimally invasive cardiac procedures, such as endoscopic saphenous vein harvesting and minimally invasive mitral valve replacement.
Brig. Gen. Dr. Bahi Hayasat, Head of the Surgical Department at RMS, highlighted that the introduction of this technique is part of RMS's continuous efforts to advance specialized medical fields and improve staff capabilities by incorporating international expertise and advanced surgical technologies.
Additionally, Brig. Gen. Dr. Mohammad Al-Houli, Director of the institute, emphasized that the adoption of this advanced procedure demonstrates the center's high standard of specialized care and modern medical infrastructure, reaffirming its commitment to offering treatment options that meet global standards.