Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, Turkey, provides comprehensive care for arthrosis. Diagnostic consultations start around $120, with advanced options like knee replacement surgery costing around $12,000 to $17,000. The clinic's multidisciplinary approach is enhanced by its JCI accreditation and affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Diagnostic Evaluation for Arthrosis
The clinic offers a thorough diagnostic process to assess joint damage. This includes consultations with orthopedic specialists and advanced imaging.
- Orthopedic consultation: This may cost around $120 to $175.
- MRI scan for one area typically runs around $500-$600.
- CT scan costs around $600.
- Laboratory tests: Extended blood panels for inflammation and biochemistry may cost $400-$800.
- X-rays and scintigraphy are also available for detailed joint analysis.
Treatment Options at Anadolu
The center provides both surgical and non-surgical pathways. Treatment plans are personalized based on the diagnostic results.
Minimally Invasive Surgery: Arthroscopy
This is a joint-preserving option for earlier-stage arthrosis. Arthroscopy is performed through small incisions using a camera.
- Procedure: Arthroscopic joint surgery for cleaning or repair.
- Included: The surgery and anesthesia.
- Hospital Stay: Typically outpatient or one day.
- Cost: Arthroscopy may cost around $4,000 to $5,000.
Joint Replacement Surgery
For advanced joint degeneration, total replacement is available. This is considered when pain severely limits mobility.
Total Knee Replacement
- Utilizes a cemented two-chamber prosthesis.
- Includes about 5 days of hospitalization and anesthesia.
- The price for this procedure is typically around $12,000 to $17,000.
Total Hip Replacement
- Involves implantation of modern prosthesis systems.
- Includes the surgery, prosthesis, and hospitalization.
- This surgery may cost around $16,000.
Conservative Treatment: Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Led by Prof. Semih Aki, Professor of Physiotherapy, this is a non-surgical option. It focuses on pain relief and improving joint function.
- Course: An intensive 10-day program with therapy five days a week.
- Techniques: Includes ultrasound, laser therapy, and magnetotherapy.
- Cost: A full rehabilitation course may cost around $6,500 to $7,500.
Patients can connect with the clinic's care team to discuss which diagnostic and treatment approach is most suitable for their condition.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
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