Pediatric echocardiography at the clinic of Prof. Dr. İbrahim Cansaran Tanıdır in Istanbul, Turkey, evaluates a child's heart health using radiation-free ultrasound. This diagnostic checks heart chambers, valves, and blood flow patterns to detect structural anomalies. The exam is performed by a specialist who has completed over 30,000 pediatric echocardiographic evaluations.
The clinic uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the heart. Different ultrasound probes are available for specific age groups, including newborns, infants, and adolescents. These specialized tools ensure high resolution regardless of the child's chest size. The examination includes several imaging modes:
A standard echocardiogram is performed while the child is awake and does not require fasting. The specialist applies a warm gel to the chest and moves a hand-held probe over the skin. The procedure is painless and does not involve needles. For very young or hyperactive children, mild sedation using oral syrup is available. If sedation is planned, the child must fast for several hours before the appointment.
Prof. Dr. İbrahim Cansaran Tanıdır personally performs and interprets every study. He has nearly 20 years of clinical experience and holds a national award for the best echocardiographic imaging presentation. The clinic operates as an outpatient setting where the exam takes only a few minutes. Families receive a written report immediately after the study. This report includes the diagnosis, medication advice, and a plan for the next follow-up visit.
The facility is led by a pioneer in fluoroscopy-free procedures in Turkey. The specialist has published over 110 scientific papers and is a recognized expert in pediatric cardiology. The clinic environment is kept quiet and dim to help children stay calm during the scan. You can request a consultation for a pediatric heart evaluation through Bookimed.
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Prof. Dr. İbrahim Cansaran Tanıdır – Pediatric Cardiology is a specialized practice in Istanbul's Ataşehir district. The clinic focuses entirely on pediatric cardiology and interventional pediatric cardiology. It treats congenital heart diseases in children of all ages without surgery.
Prof. Dr. İbrahim Cansaran Tanıdır leads the clinic. He has nearly 20 years of clinical and academic experience in pediatric heart care. He has personally performed over 10,000 pediatric cardiac catheterization procedures in Turkey and abroad. His academic work includes 110 SCI/SCIE publications and over 1,440 scientific citations.
The medical team has earned several national awards for clinical excellence. These include the Best Echocardiographic Imaging Presentation award and the Second Best Intervention Presentation award. Both honors came from the National Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Congress. The team also won the Best Oral Presentation award for a school-based electrocardiographic screening program.
International humanitarian work shapes much of the clinic's mission. The team has performed over 500 catheterization procedures across several regions:
This global experience strengthens the clinic's ability to treat diverse and complex structural heart conditions.
The clinic specializes in interventional pediatric cardiology. This field uses thin, flexible tubes called catheters to treat heart defects through blood vessels. Because doctors don't open the chest, recovery time drops significantly. The practice treats patients from fetal stages through adolescence.
Specialists close holes in the heart using catheter-based methods instead of major surgery. They place special memory-metal devices that resemble small umbrellas or plugs. These devices permanently seal the defects. The clinic reports significant experience in these closures:
Echocardiography and angiography guide device placement during the procedure. Most children return to normal activities after about six months of healing.
When heart valves are blocked, the clinic uses balloon valvuloplasty. A deflated balloon travels to the narrowed valve and inflates to widen the opening. This is the primary treatment for pulmonary valve stenosis. The team has performed over 500 balloon valvuloplasty procedures. They also place stents for aortic coarctation and other vascular blockages.
The clinic treats heart rhythm disorders using catheter ablation. A mapping system identifies abnormal electrical pathways in the heart. Controlled heat then eliminates the problem tissue. This procedure often removes the need for lifelong heart medication in children.
For newborns with critical cyanotic (blue baby) conditions, the clinic performs the Rashkind procedure. This balloon atrial septostomy creates a small opening between heart chambers. Oxygen-rich blood can then mix with oxygen-poor blood. Doctors perform this life-saving intervention urgently in the angiography laboratory.
The clinic uses advanced imaging to ensure accuracy and safety. The team emphasizes low-radiation protocols for pediatric patients. They have completed over 200 fluoroscopy-free or low-radiation catheterization procedures. This minimizes a child's lifetime exposure to medical radiation.
Diagnostic tools available at the practice include:
These tools allow precise evaluation of heart murmurs, syncope, and complex structural defects.
The clinic offers consultations in Turkish, English, Russian, Arabic, and German. Long-term follow-up is central to its care model. Specialists monitor heart rhythm, valve function, and device compatibility at regular intervals as the child grows.
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