Nigerian Conjoined Twins Arrive in Riyadh for Separation Surgery
In a remarkable humanitarian gesture, Saudi Arabia extended a lifeline to Nigerian conjoined twins, Hassana and Husaina Hassan Isa, airlifting them from Kano, Nigeria to Riyadh for a complex separation surgery.
This initiative was directed by the custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, demonstrating Saudi Arabia’s unwavering commitment to humanitarian causes beyond its borders. The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) is spearheading this formidable medical challenge, offering the twins a chance for a healthier future.
Furthermore, the heartwarming story of these Nigerian twins has captivated hearts worldwide, spotlighting the critical need for specialized medical care in complex pediatric cases. Hassana and Husaina, physically connected at the chest and sharing vital organs, are set to undergo surgery at the King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh. This surgery marks a pivotal venture into the intricate realm of pediatric surgery, with a team of distinguished Saudi medical professionals orchestrating the procedure.
Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian endeavor is not novel. The distinctive Conjoined Twins Programme, established in 1990, has reviewed 133 sets of conjoined twins from 24 countries, successfully separating 59 sets. This initiative underscores a history of addressing healthcare needs internationally, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s dedication to aiding those in need, regardless of their nationality or background.
As the twins embark on this life-altering journey, the global community watches with bated breath, hopeful for a successful surgery and a brighter, healthier future for the Nigerian Twins.
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