Robotic low anterior resection (LAR) at the clinic of Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy in Ankara, Turkey, provides a modern solution for rectal cancer. This advanced procedure uses the da Vinci robotic system to remove tumors while aiming to preserve normal bowel function. The treatment is led by a highly published surgeon with over 10 years of specialized experience in colorectal procedures.
Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy uses the da Vinci robotic system to perform the low anterior resection. This technology provides a 3D high-definition view of the surgical site with 10x magnification. The robotic arms filter out natural hand tremors. This allows the surgeon to work with millimetric precision in the narrow space of the pelvis. Patients often experience less blood loss compared to traditional open surgery. The robotic method also reduces the chance that a surgeon will need to switch to an open incision during the operation.
The surgery follows the complete mesocolic excision (CME) technique. This method helps the surgeon remove a higher count of lymph nodes for better cancer staging. Before the operation, patients undergo a full diagnostic workup. This includes a colonoscopy, biopsy, and imaging like MRI, CT, or PET scans. The main goal of the LAR procedure is to preserve bowel continuity. This helps many patients avoid the need for a permanent colostomy bag.
Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy is a General Surgeon and a Professor at Ankara Medipol University. With over 10 years of experience, she has published nearly 100 international articles. She is a member of the International College of Surgeons and The Transplantation Society. Prof. Dr. Soy speaks five languages and previously directed an international patient department. The clinic is affiliated with the Bayındır Health Group, providing a structured environment for complex surgeries.
Patients typically stay in the hospital for 7 to 10 days after the robotic procedure. The full recovery period usually lasts between 6 and 8 weeks. Initial post-operative care involves a low-fiber diet that is easy to digest. While some patients may need a temporary stoma to allow the bowel to heal, the long-term goal is a return to normal function. Regular follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor the healing process and oncological results.
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| Hemorrhoidectomy | Price on request | |
| Rectal resection | Price on request | |
| Robotic low anterior resection (LAR) | Price on request | |
| Surgery | Price on request | |
| Rubber band ligation of hemorrhoids | Price on request | |
| Umbilical hernia repair | Price on request | |
| Small intestine resection | Price on request | |
| Resection of gallbladder | Price on request | |
| Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy) | Price on request | |
| Lumpectomy | Price on request | |
| Whipple surgery | Price on request | |
| Distal Pancreatectomy | Price on request | |
| Colectomy (large bowel resection) | Price on request | |
| Laparoscopic mesorectumrctonomy | Price on request | |
| Inguinal hernia surgery | Price on request | |
| Surgical excision of fibroadenoma | Price on request | |
| Hiatal hernia repair | Price on request | |
| Thyroidectomy | Price on request | |
| Resection of large intestine | Price on request | |
| Resection of the esophagus | Price on request | |
| Appendectomy | Price on request | |
| Сholecystectomy | Price on request | |
| Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair | Price on request | |
| Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair | Price on request |
Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy is a private general surgery practice in Ankara, Turkey. The clinic treats conditions affecting the digestive system, breast, thyroid, and soft tissues. Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy leads the practice and performs all surgeries personally. The facility uses modern perioperative pathways to improve patient safety and recovery speed.
Dr. Soy is a Professor of General Surgery with extensive academic and clinical experience. She has authored nearly 100 articles in internationally indexed journals and received over 500 citations. She trained at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at Başkent University. Her memberships include:
Her scientific output includes over 200 papers and chapters in medical textbooks in both Turkish and English.
The clinic treats a wide range of abdominal and digestive system diseases. Surgical plans are tailored based on diagnostic tests, clinical condition, and risk level. Specialists use Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols to reduce surgical stress. These include preoperative carbohydrate loading and multimodal analgesia for opioid-free pain control.
Proctology services cover diagnosis and treatment of anal region diseases. Options for hemorrhoid therapy include:
For anal fistula surgery, the choice between tract excision or seton technique depends on sphincter proximity. Laser surgery for fistulas typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. Patients who undergo minimally invasive laser treatments often return to daily activities within a few days.
The practice manages both benign and malignant breast conditions. For breast abscesses, the clinic uses ultrasound-guided percutaneous needle aspiration as the primary treatment. Most patients return to normal activities the same day. More complex multiloculated abscesses may need surgical drainage to empty multiple cavities.
Endocrine surgery focuses on thyroid disorders and papillary thyroid cancer. Dr. Soy favors modern decision-making, where thyroid lobectomy removes only the affected lobe for low-risk disease. This avoids unnecessary total thyroidectomy and reduces the need for radioactive iodine therapy. Guidelines are followed to avoid routine prophylactic lymph node dissection in low-risk cases.
The clinic relies on detailed physiological mapping to ensure treatment accuracy. For hiatal hernia and GERD, planning includes endoscopy, manometry, and 24-hour pH monitoring. These tests confirm the diagnosis before any surgery is considered. When surgery is needed, the clinic uses small-incision techniques to reduce recovery time.
The practice is equipped for various diagnostic assessments:
Surgeons perform laparoscopic and robotic procedures for hernias and gallbladder stones. Abdominal hernias, including inguinal and umbilical types, are repaired using both open and closed methods. Most umbilical hernia surgeries are day procedures. Patients are typically discharged a few hours after the operation.
Prof. Dr. Ebru Ayvazoğlu Soy treats patients traveling from abroad. She previously served as Director of an International Patient Department. The clinic coordinates care through an online appointment request process. Education materials help patients understand every pre-operative and post-operative step. Dr. Soy consults in five languages, including English, Russian, Arabic, and German. Follow-up care focuses on long-term lifestyle management to prevent recurrence of chronic conditions.
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