


Moyamoya disease Treatment in Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital
About the clinic
Treating Moyamoya disease at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital in Turkey involves comprehensive diagnosis and specialized bypass surgery. Diagnostics start at around $440 for a brain MRI, while CT scans may cost $550-$880. The primary surgical treatment is an all-inclusive package for encephalo-duro-galeo-synangiosis, typically priced at $10,000. Neurosurgeon Prof. Cahit Kural brings over _doctor_7527_years_ of experience to this complex procedure.
Diagnosis of Moyamoya
Accurate imaging is the first step. The clinic uses advanced technology.
- Brain MRI: This scan creates detailed images of brain structures and blood vessels. It helps confirm the diagnosis.
- CT Scan (Computer Tomography): This provides another view of the brain's blood flow and can detect any prior strokes.
- These tests are complemented by initial specialist consultations and preoperative laboratory work.
Surgical Treatment: EDAS Bypass
The primary treatment is a surgical bypass. The goal is to restore healthy blood flow to the brain. The hospital offers the encephalo-duro-galeo-synangiosis (EDAS) procedure. This is a type of petrosynangiosis surgery.
Prof. Cahit Kural leads the neurosurgical team. He has performed over 1,100 procedures in his 26-year career. The surgery involves creating new pathways for blood to reach the brain. It bypasses the narrowed vessels characteristic of Moyamoya.
Treatment Package and Hospital Stay
The surgical package includes extensive support for international patients.
- The quoted price of around $10,000 covers the core components.
- It includes the EDAS surgery itself under general anesthesia.
- Patients receive a 5-night hospital stay in a private room with a private nurse.
- The package also covers companion accommodation, interpreter services, and airport transfers.
- Preoperative tests and consultations are included, while flights and outside meals are not.
Clinic Expertise and Environment
Lokman Hekim is a university hospital accredited for international health tourism. It features six modern operating theaters and 82 ICU beds for comprehensive post-operative care. The facility also has a helipad for emergency access. The neurosurgery department reports high success rates for these delicate operations.
Patients receive coordinated care from diagnosis through recovery. Discuss your specific case with the medical team to confirm the treatment plan.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation with a neurosurgeon | Price on request | |
| CT (computer tomography) | $550 - $880 | |
| Brain MRI | $440 - $660 |
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Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital: more details about the clinic
As of January 1, 2020, the hospital has been serving as a University Hospital under the name "Lokman Hekim University Health Application and Research Center." The facility includes 6 fully equipped operating rooms and a helicopter pad to accommodate patients arriving via Air Ambulance.
The hospital features a General Intensive Care Unit with 51 beds, a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit with 6 beds, a Coronary Intensive Care Unit with 4 beds, and a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with 21 incubators, totaling 82 intensive care beds. Additionally, there are 134 patient beds, bringing the total capacity to 216 beds.
The hospital supports the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative, conducted by the Ministry of Health and UNICEF, and has been awarded the Baby-Friendly Hospital certificate as part of this initiative.
During the pandemic, the Lokman Hekim University Health Application and Research Center, as part of the Lokman Hekim Health Group, has continued to be a source of healing by providing safe healthcare services with the highest precautions, specifically for COVID-19.
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