


Hydrocephalus surgeries, shunt surgeries in Liv Hospital Ulus
About the clinic
Hydrocephalus surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around $15,000 for shunt placement or $7,500 for endoscopic third ventriculostomy. The clinic is JCI-accredited and led by Prof. Serdar Kahraman, a neurosurgeon with 35 years of experience who has performed over 1,100 procedures.
About the Procedures
Hydrocephalus treatment involves two main surgical options. Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) creates a new pathway for cerebrospinal fluid without implants. Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunting uses a tube to drain excess fluid to the abdomen.
Treatment Features
- Hybrid operating room with advanced equipment
- Intraoperative neuronavigation for precision
- Neuromonitoring during surgery for safety
The hospital stay typically includes 2 days in ICU. Patients usually remain in Turkey for 13-16 days for recovery monitoring. The complication rate is 3-5%, lower than the 10% global average.
Doctor Profile
Prof. Kahraman heads the neurosurgery department with expertise in brain and spine procedures. His specialties include neuroendoscopy and minimally invasive techniques.
Package Inclusions
- Free airport transfers
- Interpreter services
- Diagnostic imaging
- Neurosurgeon consultation
The hydrocephalus program starts at $11,000 with comprehensive care. Contact the hospital for personalized treatment planning.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation with a neurosurgeon | $200 | |
| Consultation with a neurologist | $130 |
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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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