


Spinal stenosis Treatment in Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
About the clinic
Spinal stenosis treatment is available at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital in Turkey. Diagnostics like an MRI of the lumbar spine cost around $700-$850, a consultation is around $210, and an injection-based therapy runs about $3,500. Advanced microsurgeries with stabilization may cost around $21,000. The clinic's neurosurgery is led by Prof. Dr. Murat Imer, a Johns Hopkins-trained surgeon with 34 years of experience.
This JCI-accredited "smart-and-green" hospital uses advanced equipment. This includes the EOS imaging device and O-arm CT neuronavigation for spine surgery. Eleven operating rooms feature laminar airflow for safety.
Diagnostic Options
Doctors first confirm the diagnosis and plan treatment. Available tests include:
- MRI scans of the lumbar or cervical spine, typically around $850.
- Neurology or Orthopedics consultations to assess nerve and bone health.
- Complete blood count and other blood tests.
- Ultrasound imaging.
Non-Surgical Treatment
For some patients, a minimally invasive procedure is an option.
- Epidural neuroplasty and facet injection: This is a day-case procedure. It involves injecting medication near the affected nerves to reduce inflammation and pain. The package costs around $3,500 and includes nursing care.
Surgical Treatment Options
If surgery is needed, Prof. Imer performs several advanced microsurgical procedures. All surgeries use intraoperative neuromonitoring for nerve safety.
- Unilateral hemilaminectomy: This decompression surgery relieves pressure on a single nerve root. Hospital stay is typically 3 days. The cost is around $17,000.
- Two-level hemilaminectomy with microdiscectomy: This procedure addresses two spinal levels to remove herniated disc material. It also includes a pre-operative lumbar MRI. The package cost is around $15,750.
- Anterior cervical discectomy and cage fusion: This surgery accesses the neck spine from the front. It removes damaged disc and fuses vertebrae with a cage for stability. The cost is around €15,750.
- Posterior cervical discectomy and stabilization: This is a complex surgery for spinal stability. It uses a posterior approach and screw fixation. The package cost is around $21,000.
Most surgical packages include 3 days of hospital stay, nursing, special materials, and post-op braces. Treatment plans are personalized based on a patient's specific condition and diagnostic results. You can consult with the clinic to determine the most suitable approach.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI of the lumbar spine | $700 - $850 | |
| Ultrasound | $150 - $300 | |
| Brain MRI with contrast | $850 | |
| Brain MRI | Price on request | |
| Complete blood count | $50 - $100 |
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Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital: more details about the clinic
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, part of the Florence Nightingale Group, is located in Şişli, Istanbul. This state-of-the-art facility spans 50,254 sqm across 18 stories and features a heliport for air ambulance helicopters. It is Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital, designed to meet the strict criteria of the TÜV Hessen Green Building Certificate.
The hospital includes 251 patient beds, 51 intensive care beds, and 11 surgery rooms, all equipped with laminar airflow systems to ensure a sterile environment. It also has 2 specialized delivery rooms and a 300-seat conference room connected to all surgery rooms, enabling interactive medical education and scientific activities via advanced audio-visual connections.
Equipped with cutting-edge technologies, the hospital features the EOS device, the first of its kind in Turkey. This device minimizes radiation exposure in orthopedic imaging by using low-dosage 2D/3D X-ray radiation, producing both frontal and lateral images as well as 3D views of skeletal anatomy.
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital holds JCI and ISO accreditations, ensuring high standards of care. It has been recognized internationally with the "Gold Seal" from an American-based non-profit for its outstanding inpatient care and safety. The hospital also received the Sign of the City award in 2014 and British QHA accreditation in 2015.
Part of the Florence Nightingale Group, established in 1989, the hospital reflects the group's dedication to excellence in healthcare. The group operates 4 general hospitals, 2 medical centers, and Demiroglu Bilim University, which includes a medical faculty, nursing school, and vocational school of healthcare.
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Hürriyet, Abide-i Hürriyet Cd No:166, 34403 Kâğıthane/İstanbul, Turkey
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