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Shunt Procedure in Turkey

Hospitals, clinics and medical centers in Turkey who offer Shunt Procedure for treating Hydrocephalus.

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Key planning information for this type of hydrocephalus treatment in Turkey.

$4,600 fromLowest listed price
$11,000 up toHighest listed price
14 hospitalsList Hydrocephalus Treatment
3 typesOf hydrocephalus treatment

Shunt Procedure in Turkey is listed from $4,600 to $11,000 (US$); 14 hospitals in Turkey list Hydrocephalus Treatment. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.

Prices last updated Jul 2019

About this procedure

In this procedure, a ventricular catheter is placed in the cerebral ventricles. This allows the bypass and drainage of the excess fluid to other cavities in the body. The fluid may be drained into cavities such as the peritoneal cavity, the right atrium, pleural cavity and gallbladder. A shunt is a tube that is soft and flexible, and is usually made up of plastic or silicone rubber. It contains a valve that allows drainage and a catheter that joins the drainage and deposit sites. A small sensor may be placed near the valve to check pressure levels if the intracranial pressure is high. A ventriculoperitoneal shunt is permanently placed with one end inserted in a ventricle of the brain and another end in the peritoneal cavity. Other drainage sites may be the gall bladder, the heart’s right ventricle and the pleural area surrounding the lungs. According to the location of obstruction, fluid drainage may be done from the subarachnoid space around the brain. The shunt is usually replaced after 10 years in adults. In children, the shunts may need to be replaced sooner.
 
How to prepare for a Shunt proecdure?
  • Hydrocephalus should be diagnosed correctly by a CT scan or MRI.
  • Cerebrospinal fluid should be tested if any infection or tumor is suspected.
  • Patients with mental disabilities should go through neuropsychological examination.
  • The patient should inform the doctor about any medical conditions and illnesses.
  • Some medication that the patient is taking may be stopped.

A type of hydrocephalus treatment. Read the full description of hydrocephalus treatment.

About Procedure

Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.

Duration of surgery/treatment
Approximately one and a half hours
Days admitted
3 to 4 days
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Recovery
- The patient is required to lie flat for 24 hours if the shunt is placed for the first time.
- The patient’s neurological status and vital signs are monitored
- Pain medication may be prescribed by the doctor.
- The shunt is checked to ensure it is functioning normally.
Risks
The risks involved in ventricular shunt procedure include the following:
- Problems in the abdomen such as collection of excess fluid
- Blockage in the shunt
- Clotting
- Loss of memory and sensations
- Seizures
- Paralyses
- Headaches
- Speech problems
- Valve failure
- Bleeding
- Reaction to anesthesia
After care
- The surgery area should be kept clean to avoid infections.
- The cerebrospinal fluids should be checked by the doctor periodically to ensure that there is no infection and bleeding.
- The pressure of the cerebrospinal fluid should be checked.
- The patient’s eyes should be checked regularly for any symptoms of optic nerve damage that a shunt failure may cause.

The doctor should be contacted immediately if the following symptoms occur:
- Fever
- Breathing difficulty
- Eating problems
- Seizures
- Stiff neck
- Severe headaches
- Severe drowsiness
- Vomiting
- No pulse

Hospitals in Turkey offering Hydrocephalus Treatment

These hospitals list Hydrocephalus Treatment in Turkey; ask any of them to quote Shunt Procedure for your case. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.

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Derindere Hospital — photoPrivate Hospital

Derindere Hospital

Istanbul, Turkey
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Derindere Hospital, offers services of international quality via cutting-edge technology by reflecting the trust for Derindere Grup to healthcare sector, while respecting patient rights and not compromising the principles of medical ethics. In proximity of central points such as Maslak, Levent

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Guven Hospital

Ankara, Turkey
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

Founded in 1974, Ankara Güven Hospital provides health services at modern and international standards with its 1600 experienced staff, 254 beds, 12 operating rooms and an area of 40,000 square meters. Our priority is patient confidence. We strive for excellence.

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Memorial Antalya Hospital

Antalya, Turkey
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A modern JCI accredited hospital located in Antalya, with 80 physicians spread across most medical specialties. The international patients department assists foreign patients with transportation, insurance, Visa arrangements, translation and more.

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