Saudi Medical Team Separates Moroccan Conjoined Twins Saja and Doha
A Saudi medical and surgical team has separated Moroccan conjoined twins Saja and Doha in an operation lasting six hours, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on 10 October 2026 (GDN, from SPA).
What was announced
Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Advisor at the Royal Court, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), and head of the team, said the operation was completed successfully in six stages.
According to SPA:
- 23 consultants, specialists, nurses, and technicians took part, from anaesthesia, paediatric surgery, plastic surgery, and supporting specialties.
- The twins were joined at the lower chest and abdomen and shared the pericardium, liver, and intestines.
- It was the fourth separation of Moroccan conjoined twins and the 73rd operation under the Saudi program.
The program in numbers
SPA said the program has evaluated 159 cases from 28 countries over more than 35 years. Dr. Al Rabeeah credited the support of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Where to read more
KSrelief publishes updates on its humanitarian programs on its official website. For more health news and guides, see our blog, including our report on the SFDA registration of a pulmonary fibrosis treatment.
FAQ
How long did the operation take?
Six hours, in six stages, according to SPA.
How many operations has the program carried out?
This was the 73rd, SPA said.
Who led the team?
Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Supervisor General of KSrelief.
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