


Prosthetic ear in Liv Hospital Ulus
About the clinic
Prosthetic ear reconstruction (two-stage autologous method) is performed at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul, Turkey. The procedure may cost around $21,700 USD and uses the patient's own rib cartilage for natural results. The JCI-accredited hospital specializes in complex reconstructive surgeries with a collaborative approach between ENT and plastic surgeons.
Two-stage reconstruction process
The autologous method occurs in two stages. Stage 1 creates the ear framework using rib cartilage harvested from the patient. Stage 2 forms the ear projection by creating a posterior sulcus with a skin graft. The stages are spaced 1.5-2 months apart.
What's included
- Consultation with plastic surgeon
- Stage 1 cartilage framework placement
- Stage 2 posterior sulcus creation
- 2 hospital stays (2 days each stage)
- All ground transfers (airport/hotel)
- Interpreter services
Treatment team
Specialist Dr. İbrahim Yağcı leads the otolaryngology team alongside plastic surgeon Dr. Majid Ismayilzada. This combined expertise ensures proper structural formation and aesthetic outcomes.
Facility advantages
The 30,000 m² JCI-accredited hospital specializes in international patient care. It performs 50,000 procedures annually with dedicated transfer services for medical travelers.
The autologous method offers natural tissue compatibility for growing children. Contact the clinic for personalized treatment planning.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation with an otolaryngologist | Price on request |
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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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