A new research breakthrough from King Abdulaziz University marks an important advancement in the field of cardiac care, with the development of a simple and effective method for detecting concealed heart rhythm disorders, conditions that are often difficult to diagnose using standard techniques and may lead to dangerously rapid heartbeats.
The project was led by Dr. Ahmed Mokhtar, MD (Cardiac Electrophysiology), as part of a research collaboration with Western University (Canada). The aim was to improve the speed and accuracy of diagnosing hidden electrical pathways in the heart, enhancing patient safety and clinical outcomes.
The newly developed method allows physicians to identify abnormal conduction pathways during routine cardiac rhythm tests, without the need for complex or invasive additional procedures. It offers a practical, safe, and time-efficient approach for real-time diagnosis in the clinical setting.
The technique was successfully tested on 24 patients, demonstrating clear results in distinguishing high-risk rhythm abnormalities from normal heart function. The study findings have been published in the internationally recognized Heart Rhythm Journal, underscoring the global significance of this contribution.
“This method provides a practical solution to a medical challenge that has existed for a long time in patients with extra wires in their hearts.”
This achievement reflects King Abdulaziz University’s commitment to advancing scientific research and innovation in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to enhance healthcare quality, empower national talent, and strengthen the Kingdom’s global standing in medical research and development.
