Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) Treatment in Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade
About the clinic
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey provides comprehensive treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP). Diagnostics like an eye exam start around €150, while a retinal cerclage procedure typically runs €3,550. Advanced ROP vitrectomy surgery costs around €9,500 as part of an inclusive package. The clinic is led by Prof. Dr. Hamdi Er, a professor of ophthalmology with _doctor_4008_years_ of experience and over 12,000 performed procedures.
Diagnostics at Dunyagoz
Accurate diagnosis is the first step for ROP. The hospital offers a full spectrum of eye examinations. An initial consultation with an ophthalmologist costs around €150.
- Comprehensive eye tests range from €100 to €500.
- Orbital MRI for detailed imaging costs around €300.
- All necessary preoperative tests are included in surgical packages.
Surgical Treatment Options
The clinic specializes in surgical interventions for advanced ROP. These aim to reattach the retina and prevent blindness in premature infants. All surgical packages include hospital accommodation, meals, airport transfers, and translator services.
- Retinal Cerclage (Scleral Buckle): This procedure places an external band around the eye to support the retina. It typically costs around €3,550 and includes a 2-3 night hospital stay.
- General Vitrectomy: This surgery removes the vitreous gel from inside the eye. It may cost around €6,000 and includes pre and post-operative exams.
- ROP Vitrectomy: This is a specialized retinal surgery for advanced ROP with detachment. The package for one eye is around €9,500. It covers all hospital costs, 2 nights in a standard room, meals for patient and one companion, and all local logistics.
Expert Medical Team
Prof. Dr. Hamdi Er leads the retinal surgery team. He is a specialist in retinal transplantation with 12,000+ procedures performed. His expertise includes complex vitrectomy for ROP. He is a member of international societies like the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). The clinic itself is part of Turkey's largest eye treatment network. It holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate and operates 24/7. With a 98% patient recommendation rate, it provides a high level of trusted care. Consider consulting their specialists to review a personalized treatment plan for ROP.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmoscopy | $80 | |
| Ophthalmological investigation | $110 - $890 | |
| Pediatric Eye Check Up | $30 | |
| Ultrasound of the eye | $80 | |
| Slit lamp examination | $70 |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Retinopathy of prematurity surgery (ROP surgery) | $9110 | |
| Retinal detachment surgery | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery with IOL replacement | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery (one eye) | Price on request | |
| LASIK eye surgery | Price on request | |
| ReLEx SMILE eye surgery | Price on request |
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Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade: more details about the clinic
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade is a specialized eye care facility in Istanbul, Turkey. It opened in 2005 as part of the Dunyagoz Hospitals Group. The clinic holds government authorization to treat international patients and provides services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The hospital has 17 ophthalmologists working across 12 specialized departments and is accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
The clinic treats complex eye conditions with hundreds of treatment methods. A referral system is utilized to direct patients to branch doctors specialized in specific diagnoses.
Specialties and Ocular Procedures
Refractive Surgery and Laser Treatments
The refractive surgery department corrects vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Surgeons perform laser eye surgeries including Intralase and iLasik, which use technology to reshape the cornea without traditional surgical blades. The medical team includes experienced professors and specialists who focus on refractive procedures.
Cataract and Lens Replacement
The cataract department offers modern solutions for lens clouding, including trifocal lens implantation. These lenses are designed to allow patients to see at near, intermediate, and far distances after surgery. Surgeons use femtosecond lasers for bladeless cataract procedures.
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Specialists in the pediatric unit treat eye conditions in children, including lazy eye (amblyopia) and congenital cataracts. The department provides general eye examinations for infants and children, strabismus surgical and non-surgical correction, Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) screening, and orthoptic exercises.
Retinal Diseases and Ocular Oncology
The retina department treats conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment. For patients with diabetes, the hospital offers integrated care, including dietitian support to help prevent vision loss. The ocular oncology unit manages intraocular tumors and orbital diseases, collaborating with specialists in radiation oncology and genetics.
International Patient Services
The clinic has been accepting international patients since 2005. Staff members and specialists offer consultations in languages including English, German, and Russian. The hospital provides initial online consultations to discuss medical history. As part of the treatment process, a physical examination at the hospital is required before the clinic provides a definitive treatment plan and pricing tailored to the patient's needs.
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Altunizade, Mahir İz Cd. No:7, 34662 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
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