Emergency Team Saves Stroke Patient with First‑Ever Thrombolysis at Médenine University Hospital
A medical team from the Emergency Department of Médenine University Hospital successfully rescued a 64‑year‑old patient who suffered an acute cerebrovascular accident (stroke) at the end of last week. The life‑saving procedure—pharmacological dissolution of the blood clot (thrombolysis)—was performed for the first time in this facility.
How the case unfolded
- Patient presentation: According to the head of the Emergency Department, Dr. Zouhair Yahyaoui, the man arrived with classic acute stroke symptoms, including speech difficulties and right‑side motor weakness.
- Rapid response: The emergency team immediately activated the current therapeutic protocol, coordinating with several specialties.
- Multidisciplinary collaboration: The procedure was carried out together with the Radiology Department of Médenine and the Neurology Department of Sfax, ensuring swift diagnosis and treatment. This rapid, coordinated care prevented the risk of permanent disability.
Dr. Yahyaoui’s public statement
In a media interview, Dr. Yahyaoui emphasized the importance of recognizing stroke warning signs without delay:
- Aphasia or slurred speech
- Facial drooping or mouth deviation
- Weakness or heaviness in the limbs, especially on one side
He urged citizens to go straight to the nearest emergency department or hospital as soon as these symptoms appear. “Speed of intervention is the decisive factor that limits complications and improves the chances of recovery,” he said.
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Keywords: stroke, thrombolysis, emergency medicine, Médenine University Hospital, rapid stroke treatment, multidisciplinary care, public health awareness
