NP Istanbul Brain Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, offers a full spectrum of care for spina bifida (cleft spine). Patients can access a range of services, from $140 online consultations to $15,400 spina bifida corrective surgery. Associate Professor Akin Akakin, a neurosurgeon with 24 years of training from Florida University, leads the surgical team at this JCI-accredited center.
The clinic provides thorough diagnostics to plan treatment. Available tests include:
- Online neurosurgery consultation to review the case remotely.
- Brain MRI or a whole spinal MRI, which may cost around $500-$1,000.
- Neurology consultation, EEG (electromyography), and pre-operative laboratory tests.
Surgical treatment is a primary option for correcting the spinal defect. The hospital specializes in several neurosurgical procedures.
- Spina bifida surgery typically runs $15,400. It includes a single-level laminectomy and duraplasty to close the opening. The package covers the surgery, a 3-4 day hospital stay, pre-op tests, and airport transfers.
- Tethered Cord Syndrome Surgery may cost around $15,200-$15,400. This procedure releases the spinal cord to prevent further neurological issues. It includes 4 days of hospitalization and similar support services.
- Spinal cord stimulator insertion is for chronic pain management, using a device from Boston or Medtronic. This procedure is around 25,000 EUR and includes a 3-day hospital stay.
For non-surgical care, a comprehensive rehabilitation package costs about 8,500 USD. It includes 15 sessions each of physiotherapy, ergotherapy, and tFNS therapy to improve mobility and function. The facility is affiliated with Johns Hopkins and is designed for international patients, providing translation and coordination services. For a detailed evaluation and a personalized treatment plan, contacting the clinic directly is the recommended next step.
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