The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) has reported that a Saudi medical team treating an Iranian Hajj pilgrim at the King Abdullah Medical City (KAMC) in Mecca has saved his life after he suffered from severe angina pectoris while traveling to the Grand Mosque.

SPA reports that the pilgrim, in his 60s, suffered excruciating chest discomfort and was in need of immediate medical attention. CT scans and thorough tests revealed more than two coronary arteries blocked, leading to severe angina.

According to the ministry of health, the medical staff decided to perform an open-heart surgery, but the patient refused to cooperate. After consulting with a doctor who assisted him in bringing him to Hajj, the decision was made to perform angioplasty to place stents across the damaged arteries.

He is now in good health after recovering from his illness. As soon as he leaves the hospital, he will resume his Hajj and perform his rites as usual.

According to the ministry, all pilgrims and guests participating in the Hajj and Umrah will be able to receive specialist medical care at the KAMC.

In addition to its highly qualified doctors and advanced world-class medical facilities, the city provides a high level of healthcare services, which are backed by the government of King Salman and the Ministry of Health with utmost keenness and fierce follow-up.