Whipple surgery at YDA Center in Ankara, Turkey, is a specialized treatment for tumors of the pancreas and bile duct. The procedure is performed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aydıncan Akdur, who has performed 2,500+ general surgery operations. Patients benefit from a multidisciplinary tumor board that coordinates surgery, oncology, and pathology for precise cancer care.
The clinic offers four different surgical approaches to treat pancreatic head cancer and duodenal tumors. Doctors choose the method based on the tumor stage and the patient's health. Options include:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aydıncan Akdur leads the surgical team with extensive experience in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery. He has performed 2,500+ general surgeries and over 200 liver transplants. As the Head of General Surgery at Ankara Medipol University, he has published 80+ international papers. Dr. Akdur has also delivered 150+ medical presentations on complex surgical techniques.
Before surgery, the team uses advanced imaging like pancreas-specific CT, MRI, and PET-CT to stage the tumor. If a cyst looks suspicious, doctors use endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA). Preparation includes blood tests for tumor markers like CA 19-9, nutritional assessments, and anesthesia evaluations to reduce surgical risks.
The hospital stay usually lasts 7–14 days. Patients spend the first 24 to 48 hours in intensive care for close monitoring. The medical team starts early mobilization on the first day to help the body recover. During the stay, doctors monitor drains to check for pancreatic leaks and manage pain with epidural catheters. Full recovery typically takes several months, and patients may need pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy. Follow-up visits are scheduled for the first and third weeks after discharge.
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YDA Center is a private medical practice in Ankara, Turkey. The clinic provides specialized surgical care.
The practice opened in 2022 in Ankara's Çankaya district. It operates as a private clinic, so patients have direct access to the lead specialist.
Dr. Aydincan Akdur leads the clinic. He is an Associate Professor and chairs General Surgery at Ankara Medipol University. He also held clinical roles within the Bayindir Health Group.
Dr. Akdur has performed thousands of operations. His personal tracking metrics include:
Dr. Akdur is active in medical research. He has authored 82 articles in internationally indexed journals. His work has received over 400 scientific citations. He has also delivered 150+ presentations at medical congresses.
The clinic focuses on major abdominal and endocrine procedures. Dr. Akdur performs specialized interventions for pancreatic and hepatobiliary conditions. The practice offers multiple types of Whipple surgery:
Before Whipple surgery, patients undergo blood tests and nutritional assessments. Recovery involves intensive care monitoring for the first two days.
For endocrine conditions, the clinic offers thyroidectomy options. These include conventional open surgery and minimally invasive video-assisted thyroidectomy. The latter uses a camera through a small incision.
Patient safety during thyroid surgery relies on IOPTH monitoring. This system uses real-time blood draws to confirm complete tissue removal. Hospital recovery includes monitoring blood calcium levels.
The practice treats several types of hernias using open or small-incision methods:
For incisional hernias, Dr. Akdur reinforces the abdominal wall with synthetic mesh. Recovery varies by technique.
Complex open repair requires four to seven days in the hospital. Laparoscopic or robotic repair requires one to three days.
Hiatal hernia surgery treats severe acid reflux and esophageal damage. This procedure is typically laparoscopic. Patients usually stay one to two nights after surgery.
The proctology service manages benign anal diseases and rectal conditions. Dr. Akdur treats advanced third and fourth-degree hemorrhoids. The clinic provides multiple hemorrhoidectomy options:
The practice also manages anal fistulas, fissures, and rectal prolapse. Surgical planning aims to preserve anal function. Outpatient care is available for mild conditions.
The clinic uses precise diagnostic methods to plan surgical interventions. These tools identify the exact boundaries of tissue damage:
For detailed internal assessments, the specialist performs endoscopic ultrasonography. If a pancreatic cyst appears suspicious, EUS-FNA – fine needle aspiration – is performed. This takes a fluid sample during the ultrasound session.
The private clinic model is organized to assist international travelers. Dr. Akdur provides consultations in multiple languages:
Preoperative preparation includes full anesthesia evaluations. For complex cases, the practice coordinates follow-up with oncology, endocrinology, and dietetics specialists. Follow-up visits are scheduled in the first and third weeks after surgery.
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