KUWAIT: The Conference on Recent Developments in Cardiology and the Cardiology and Metabolism Conference, organized by the Cardiology Department at Mubarak Al-Kabeer Hospital in cooperation with the Kuwait Heart Association, kicked off with wide participation from doctors and specialists across various medical disciplines. Vice Chairman of the Kuwait Heart Association Professor Dr Mohammed Zubaid revealed that a recent study conducted by the association on patients suffering from severe heart attacks across Kuwait hospitals found that around 10,200 cases were recorded over a period of one and a half years. The study showed that 65 percent of the patients suffered from high blood pressure, while 55 percent had diabetes.
Dr Zubaid explained that the third edition of the conference focuses on heart disease and metabolic syndrome, as well as their impact on cardiovascular health. He noted that metabolic syndrome results from a combination of factors such as high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes and elevated cholesterol levels, which contribute to serious diseases affecting the heart, kidneys, and liver. He added that treatment approaches include lifestyle modification, medication, and surgical interventions, highlighting the use of modern catheterization techniques to treat hypertension. Dr Zubaid praised the strong engagement of medical professionals in the event, stressing that the conference aims to enhance medical knowledge and improve patient care.
For his part, Conference Chair and Consultant Cardiologist and Catheterization Specialist at Mubarak Al-Kabeer Hospital, Dr Abdullah Ismail, said the scientific gathering seeks to strengthen integration between cardiology and metabolism specialties and to shed light on the latest treatment guidelines and innovative techniques, in line with Kuwait’s vision for continuous advancement in healthcare. He added that the conference program featured three main sessions focusing on hypertension, obesity, and diabetes, addressing the newest pharmacological and surgical treatments, as well as the role of endoscopy and modern technologies in improving treatment outcomes.
Meanwhile, Cardiologist and Catheterization Consultant at the Kuwait Heart Association Dr Fahad Al-Hajri emphasized the organizing committee’s commitment to involving multiple specialties — including obesity surgery, endocrinology, diabetes, gastroenterology and internal medicine — to promote knowledge exchange and enhance the quality of healthcare services. Participants agreed that the conference reflects the medical community’s dedication to advancing professional development and promoting continuing education, ultimately aimed at providing the highest standards of care for patients in Kuwait.