Atelocardia Treatment in Liv Hospital Ulus
About the clinic
Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey provides comprehensive care for Atelocardia, a congenital heart condition. Diagnostics such as echocardiography cost around $400-750, while a cardiac consultation may cost $105-160. The major treatment, ventricular septal defect closure, is performed by Professor Ahmet Ozkara, a cardiovascular surgeon with _doctor_7788_years_ of experience. This JCI-accredited facility offers a full care pathway from initial tests to specialized cardiac surgery.
Diagnostic Workup for Atelocardia
Before any treatment, the clinic performs a thorough assessment. This confirms the diagnosis and guides the surgical plan. Available diagnostic options include:
- Basic lab tests like a complete blood count, which costs around $145.
- Cardiac imaging such as echocardiography (around $400-750) and CT scans of the chest (around $395-870).
- Specialist consultation with a cardiologist to review all findings.
- Advanced vascular imaging like angiography, typically priced at around $1,400.
Surgical Treatment for Ventricular Septal Defect
The primary surgical procedure is closure of a ventricular septal defect (VSD). This surgery corrects the abnormal opening in the heart's wall. Professor Ahmet Ozkara leads this complex cardiac operation. He has over three decades of expertise in cardiovascular surgery. He is also a published author and member of the European Society of Vascular Surgery.
The standard technique is VSD closure with a patch. The treatment package for this surgery is typically around $18,000. It comprehensively covers the inpatient stay. The package includes:
- Three nights in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) post-operation.
- Seven additional nights in a regular hospital ward for recovery.
- The full cost of the surgical procedure itself.
Clinic Environment and Support
Liv Hospital Ulus is a major JCI-accredited medical center. It spans 30,000 square meters and is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine. The hospital is experienced in handling international patients. To assist them, the clinic provides complimentary airport transfers and interpreter services. This support helps make the treatment journey smoother for patients and their families traveling to Istanbul.
For a personalized assessment and treatment plan, consulting with the hospital's cardiac team is the recommended next step.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Angiography | $1400 | |
| CT (computer tomography) | $600 - $800 | |
| Consultation with a heart surgeon | Price on request | |
| Complete blood count | $145 | |
| Lab tests | $100 - $200 |
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Liv Hospital Ulus: more details about the clinic
Liv Hospital, located in Ulus, Istanbul, is a leading healthcare facility 30 minutes from Istanbul’s International Airport. Spanning 30,000 m², it houses 50 specialized clinics, three of which are Centers of Excellence, treating 50,000 international patients annually.
Key Centers and Services:
Bone Marrow Transplant Center. With over 1,000 procedures performed, the center offers autologous and allogeneic transplants, using stem cells from bone marrow, peripheral blood, and umbilical cord blood for patients aged 18 and above.
Cancer Center. Liv provides comprehensive cancer care, including Cold Cap Therapy to minimize hair loss during chemotherapy, TrueBeamSTx radiotherapy, IORT for tumor removal, HIPEC for abdominal cancers, and Oncogramme testing to personalize treatment. The Pediatric Oncology Council tailors pediatric oncology treatment plans.
Robotic Surgery Center. Certified by the SRC Excellence Center, Liv Hospital offers minimally invasive surgeries using robotic technology, reducing recovery time, bleeding, and pain and focusing on tumors in various organs.
Neurological Sciences Center. Liv’s specialists have performed 256 neurosurgeries with a 91% survival rate, treating neurological disorders with advanced technologies and specialized units.
Orthopedic Clinic. Using the MakoPlasty robotic system, Liv’s orthopedic team performs minimally invasive knee replacements with a 97% success rate. The clinic collaborates with AOSpine for trauma and joint surgeries.
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Ulus Mahallesi, Canan Sk., 34340 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey
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