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Open heart surgery in Turkey: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2024

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How Much Does Open heart surgery Cost in Turkey?

The average price of Open heart surgery in Turkey is $14,500, the minimum price is $14,000, and the maximum price is $15,000.
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Discover the Best Open heart surgery Clinics in Turkey: 6 Verified Options and Prices

Liv Hospital Ulus
Turkey, Istanbul
Ahmetozkara
34 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Liv Hospital Ulus is a multi-specialized medical center located in Istanbul.

Orthopedics, cancer treatment, weight loss surgery, neurosurgery, heart surgery and regenerative medicine are the leading specialties in the hospital.

Liv is a smart hospital with innovative medical technologies available: da Vinci robot-assisted system for the surgeries, MAKOplasty for knee replacement, YAG Laser for vascular surgery, virtual angiography for cardiac diagnostics, etc.

Liv Hospital in Istanbul is a popular weight loss surgery clinic in Turkey — patients lose 71% of their excess weight in a year.

Uniqacare Clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
Cenap Zeybek
74 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Uniqacare Clinic is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The team is dedicated to neurosurgery, cardiology, oncology and transplantology. Uniqacare Clinic serves both adults and children. 433200 patients choose Uniqacare Clinic to get medical care every year. Patients from russian speaking countries, Africa, USA, Canada and Australia visit the clinic most often.

Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital
Turkey, Istanbul
Kenan Kara
18 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey. Its team is dedicated to neurosurgery, oncology, hematology-oncology, and surgery. The medical center is certified and accredited by JCI and ISO 9001. Recognized as a Center of Excellence, it provides services according to the highest international standards. The hospitals employ experienced academic physicians and utilize advanced technology, providing services with a multidisciplinary approach that covers all medical specialties. Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital serves both adults and children. Patients from Europe, the Commonwealth, the Balkans, and the CIS countries visit the clinic most often.

Uniqacare Clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
Cenap Zeybek
74 years of experience
Clinic is certified

Uniqacare Clinic is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The team is dedicated to neurosurgery, cardiology, oncology and transplantology. Uniqacare Clinic serves both adults and children. 433200 patients choose Uniqacare Clinic to get medical care every year. Patients from russian speaking countries, Africa, USA, Canada and Australia visit the clinic most often.

Open heart surgery Overview in Turkey

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Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 14 days
Rehabilitation - 6 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 3049
Verified patient reviews - 8
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Ali Gozukucuk
17 years of experience
Ali Gozukucuk, M.D. is a Pediatric Surgeon who was born in 1969. He obtained his Bachelor's degree from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, and his M.Sc. and specialization from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine Pediatric Surgery. He has published 3 articles in international peer-review journals, and presented 13 articles in international scientific meetings. He has worked at multiple medical institutions.
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Gulden Kafali
40 years of experience
Prof. Gülden Kafalı, M.D. is a pediatric cardiologist who completed her medical education in Ege University from 1978-1984, residency in Cumhuriyet University from 1988-1992, and fellowship in Hacettepe University from 1999-2002. She has experience in various medical fields including pediatric cardiology, cardiac exam for sports, cardiac arrhythmias, congenital heart diseases, acute rheumatic fever, myocarditis, and cardiomyopathies. She has worked in institutions such as Kartal Kosuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Atasehir Florence Nightingale Hospital.
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Ekhlas • Heart Valve Replacement
Sudan
Sep 20, 2019
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Team was good , our stay was usefull ..but the cost was soo high .. its need some look .. the lab tets no bleavable ..
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Yes its over to us good hospital ..but without other option depend on prise .. but generally good
Олег • Radiofrequency ablation
Russian Federation
Apr 15, 2019
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Met well, went to a consultation with a heart surgeon and took a cardiologist. There were clear questions that the surgeon could answer precisely. admission fee just to the wind.

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Our Open heart surgery Techniques: What Suits You Best?

When considering Open heart surgery, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:

Atrial Septal Defect Surgery

This procedure involves repairing a hole in the atrial septum to improve heart function and prevent complications.

Pros: Minimally invasive with a high success rate of 95%. Reduces the risk of heart failure and stroke.
Cons: Some patients may experience arrhythmias post-surgery. Requires hospital stay of 3-5 days.
Effectiveness: Success rate of 95% in closing the defect and improving heart function.
Duration: 2-4 hours
Recovery: 2-3 weeks
Best for: Patients with large atrial septal defects causing symptoms or heart enlargement.
Prices: Cost of Atrial septal defect surgery in Turkey from $14,000

Tetralogy of Fallot Surgery

This procedure corrects heart defects present from birth, improving oxygen flow and overall cardiac function.

Pros: Offers improved long-term survival rates, with over 90% of patients living into adulthood. Enhances quality of life significantly by alleviating symptoms like cyanosis and breathlessness.
Cons: Involves complex open-heart surgery, requiring extended recovery time. Potential complications include arrhythmias and residual heart defects.
Effectiveness: Success rate exceeds 95% in improving oxygen levels and heart function.
Duration: 3-6 hours
Recovery: 4-6 weeks
Best for: Infants and children with Tetralogy of Fallot, addressing four specific heart defects.
Prices: Cost of Tetralogy of Fallot Surgery in Turkey from $16,000

Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery

This cardiac operation involves repairing a hole in the septum between the heart's ventricles to improve blood flow and heart function.

Pros: High success rates with up to 95% effective in closing the defect. Minimally invasive options available, reducing recovery time.
Cons: Risks include potential for arrhythmias and the need for follow-up surgeries. Complications occur in about 5% of cases.
Effectiveness: 95% success rate in defect closure.
Duration: 3-6 hours
Recovery: 4-6 weeks
Best for: Congenital heart defects with a significant septal hole, improving oxygenation.
Prices: Cost of Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery in Turkey from $15,000