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Incisional hernia Treatment in Aktif International Hospitals

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About the clinic

Incisional hernia care at Aktif International Hospitals in Istanbul includes imaging and open or keyhole surgery. The network has five hospitals across the Marmara region, with 24/7 inpatient and outpatient care.

Diagnosis and imaging

A physical exam can identify a hernia. If findings are unclear, imaging may include abdominal ultrasound, CT, or MRI.

  • Physical examination: Checks the abdominal wall for a hernia.
  • Abdominal ultrasound: Provides imaging of the abdomen.
  • CT or MRI: May be used when examination findings are unclear.

Hernia repair options

Mesh-reinforced open repair is listed for large or recurrent hernias. A synthetic patch is sutured over the weakened abdominal wall to reduce tension on the defect and lower recurrence risk.

  • Mesh-reinforced hernia repair: Uses synthetic mesh to support the weakened area.
  • Bassini repair: An open repair without a prosthesis or laparoscopic surgery.
  • Shouldice repair: Uses permanent sutures without mesh. It combines intravenous sedation with local anesthetic injected into the skin.
  • McVay repair: Joins upper muscles to Cooper’s ligament in a deeper anatomical repair.
  • Laparoscopic hernia repair: Uses keyhole access as an alternative to open surgery.
  • Suture repair: Closes umbilical, paraumbilical, or epigastric hernia defects with sutures, absorbable buried skin sutures, and a waterproof dressing.

The listed methods cover different hernia types. The clinic’s general surgery department treats inguinal, umbilical, and epigastric hernias; the repair choice depends on the hernia’s location and findings.

All hospital locations have standardized quality-management certifications. The Yalova hospital also holds an Accessibility Certificate from the Yalova Monitoring and Inspection Commission. Patients can leave a request on Bookimed to ask about an assessment.

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1999 Year of foundation
29 doctors

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Licences

International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate for Aktif International Hospitals, Turkey
Hizmet İhracatçıları Birliği membership certificate for Aktif International Hospitals, 2019
Temos accreditation certificate for Aktif International Hospitals, Germany, 2023
Clinic license for Aktif International Hospitals issued by Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate, Turkey

hospital accreditations of quality

Accreditation Canada Diamond Status Level  certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
Accreditation Canada Diamond Status Level
CA, Accreditation Canada Diamond Status Level certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders Certificate certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders Certificate
IT, International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders Certificate certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
US, The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
DE, International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
Turkish Medical Association certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
Turkish Medical Association
TR, Turkish Medical Association certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation
DE, TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
TR, International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
The Turkish Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EDAD) Certificate certificate for Aktif International Hospitals
The Turkish Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EDAD) Certificate
TR, The Turkish Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EDAD) Certificate certificate for Aktif International Hospitals

Aktif International Hospitals: more details about the clinic

Turkey, Istanbul
Aktif International Hospitals is a private healthcare group based in Istanbul, Turkey. The organization started in 1999 with a single facility in Yalova. It has since grown to five hospitals across the Marmara region. These facilities provide 24/7 care for inpatients and outpatients. The group employs about 2,000 staff members.

Group Achievements and Quality Standards

The group holds the Accessibility Certificate from the Yalova Monitoring and Inspection Commission. It maintains standardized quality management protocols across all five locations. The medical team treats patients from multiple countries. The network has operated for over 25 years in Turkish healthcare.

Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery

The plastic surgery department creates surgical plans based on each patient's anatomy. Specialists offer several methods for body contouring and facial rejuvenation:

  • Rhinoplasty using open and closed techniques
  • Breast augmentation with silicone implants or fat transfer
  • Gynecomastia surgery via liposuction or surgical excision
  • Buttock enhancement using implants or fat grafting
  • Brachioplasty for arm contouring
  • Neck lift and submental liposuction

Breast augmentation typically takes 1–2 hours. Surgeons place implants under the breast tissue or chest muscle. The department also performs calf enhancement using implants or the patient's own fat. Post-operative care includes physical therapy and rehabilitation support.

Gastroenterology and Proctology

The gastroenterology unit focuses on endoscopic diagnostics and surgery. Doctors use small-incision imaging to evaluate the gastrointestinal tract. A dedicated Proctology unit treats diseases of the anal region and colon.

Diagnostic and treatment options include:

  • Sigmoidoscopy to screen for polyps and cancer
  • Colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
  • Fecal occult blood and stool DNA analysis
  • Double-contrast barium enema for colorectal X-rays
  • Endoscopic removal of gastrointestinal polyps

These methods allow early detection of inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer. Specialists also manage chronic conditions like Crohn's disease and diverticulitis.

General and Pediatric Surgery

The general surgery department treats various hernias and abdominal conditions. Surgeons perform inguinal hernia repair using the Bassini or Shouldice techniques. Umbilical hernia treatments are available for adults and children. For epigastric hernias, specialists remove fat tissue and repair muscle defects with stitches.

The surgical team also performs complex procedures such as Whipple surgery. Thyroidectomy and appendectomy are available for acute and chronic conditions. Pediatric care includes specialized surgery and child psychiatry services.

Diagnostic Equipment and Technology

Aktif International uses modern diagnostic tools across its medical departments. The hospitals have CT and MRI scanners. Specialists use Cerec Omnicam Scanning for digital dental impressions. The neurology department provides electromyography (EMG) for muscle and nerve evaluations.

Available diagnostic services include:

  • Endo-ultrasound for internal imaging
  • Panoramic X-ray and mammography
  • Helicobacter Pylori testing
  • Biochemical blood analysis and biopsies

The dental unit uses these diagnostics for All-on-4 and All-on-6 implant procedures. This helps ensure precise planning before surgery.

Services for International Patients

The hospital group supports international patients throughout their care. Staff members help with communication in multiple languages. Translators and patient coordinators are available for:

  • English
  • Russian
  • Arabic
  • German
  • Turkish

Medical staff provide 24/7 support and follow-up care. This includes regular check-ups and coordinated rehabilitation after major surgeries.

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There’s a reason Turkey is the number one destination for medical tourism! I decided to book my procedure at Aktif International Hospital with Dr. Umran after having several consultations with other surgeons in my home city of Phoenix, USA and nearby Tijuana, Mexico. The surgical expertise, care by hospital staff and high end accommodations made my decision to fly to Istanbul a choice I stand behind. I highly recommend booking your surgery at Aktif International Hospital. It’s incredible value for the level of skill and comfort you receive. Many of my friends want to go here for their next procedure after seeing my results.
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