Dr. Ahmed El-Ghaity backs Egypt's economy with brain catheter manufacturing
The article focuses on the developments of Egypt's "Cathtronics" project for manufacturing supplies for brain and heart catheters and vascular interventions. Its goal is to reduce the import bill, which exceeds $250 million annually, and to deepen local manufacturing from 60% to 80% within 3-4 years. It also emphasizes the project's importance in enhancing health security by providing precise medical supplies that contribute to improving the quality of healthcare, with the capacity to respond to emergencies within 24 hours and support the stability of medical supply chains. The article mentions investments exceeding 165 million Egyptian pounds and rapid regulatory procedures with the Egyptian Medicine Authority. It affirms that the project's success opens prospects for developing an advanced local medical industry and strengthens Egypt's regional position as a manufacturing hub for the African and Arab markets.
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