Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital in Turkey provides advanced care for aortic valve insufficiency. Patients benefit from treatment options like diagnostic ECG for $30-$60, a comprehensive consultation package around $1,650, and the leading Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) procedure costing between $13,130 and $15,320. This care is led by Dr. Sinan Göçer, a cardiovascular surgeon with 13 years of experience and over 900 procedures performed.
The medical team is led by Dr. Sinan Göçer. He is a Cardiovascular Surgeon with a specialty in cardiovascular surgery. He has performed over 900 procedures in his 13-year career. His training was completed at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital. The hospital is a private, multi-specialty center with DIN EN ISO 9001 accreditation.
Diagnostics
A full assessment is needed to plan treatment. Available diagnostics include:
- ECG to check heart rhythm and electrical activity. This may cost around $30-$60.
- Complete Blood Count for general health screening. This typically costs between $109 and $219.
- Echocardiogram (ECO) for detailed imaging of the heart valve.
- Angiography to examine blood vessels.
- Consultation with the cardiovascular surgeon.
A convenient consultation package is available for about €1,500 (approximately $1,650). This covers the initial doctor consultation, physical exam, pre-operative anesthesia examination, one night in the hospital, one night in a hotel, and interpreter services.
Treatment Options
The clinic offers both modern and traditional surgical treatments for aortic valve insufficiency.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) is a minimally invasive percutaneous procedure. A new valve is delivered via a catheter through a blood vessel, avoiding open-heart surgery. It usually involves a 3-5 day hospital stay and offers a faster recovery. The full package for TAVI typically runs from $13,130 to $15,320. This covers the procedure, anesthesia, and the hospital stay. Flights and additional accommodation are not included.
Open Heart Operation is the traditional surgical valve replacement method. This is an open-chest surgery for a permanent valve, known for its long-term durability. The final price for this surgery is determined separately after all diagnostics are complete. It includes a free follow-up exam and interpreter services.
Patients receive a free follow-up examination after their surgical treatment. The clinic's interpreters help international patients communicate throughout their care journey. To explore a personalized treatment plan for aortic valve insufficiency, contact the clinic for a consultation.