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Turkey, Istanbul
Pituitary tumor surgery in Liv Hospital Ulus
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About the clinic
Pituitary tumor surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around $18,300. The procedure uses endoscopic trans-sphenoidal surgery through the nasal passage without external incisions. Prof. Serdar Kahraman, Head of Neurosurgery with 30+ years experience, leads the JCI-accredited facility that serves 50,000 international patients annually.
Procedure Details
The endoscopic approach removes pituitary tumors through the nose. This avoids scalp incisions and reduces recovery time. Patients stay 6 days in hospital with 1 night in intensive care. The multidisciplinary team includes neurosurgeons and ENT specialists.
What's Included
- Endoscopic trans-sphenoidal surgery
- Intraoperative neuronavigation guidance
- Pre-op MRI with contrast
- Pathological examination
- 6 days hospitalization
- 1 night ICU monitoring
Why Choose This Clinic
Liv Hospital Ulus specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery. Their endoscopic technique reduces tissue damage compared to traditional methods. The $18,300 package covers all hospital costs with transparent pricing. Patients receive care from Prof. Kahraman's experienced team in a JCI-accredited facility.
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Highlights
2013
Year of foundation
320 doctors
331500 patients per year
13200
Operations per year
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Treatments prices in the clinic
Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Pediatric Oncology
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI of the abdominal cavity | $680 | |
| Biopsy | Price on request | |
| Lab tests | $100 - $200 | |
| Angiography | $1400 |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Pituitary tumor surgery | Price on request | |
| Brain tumor removal | Price on request | |
| CyberKnife | Price on request | |
| Radiotherapy | Price on request | |
| Bone marrow transplantation | Price on request | |
| Biological therapy | Price on request |
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Joint Commission International
US,
Joint Commission International certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT
DE,
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence
US,
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence
US,
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
US,
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Patient choice in Diagnostics
UA,
Patient choice in Diagnostics certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Best patient assistance
UA,
Best patient assistance certificate for Liv Hospital Ulus
Liv Hospital Ulus: more details about the clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
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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