Turkey, Istanbul
Cem Yalcinkaya
Uterine artery embolization is a minimally invasive procedure for treating fibroids at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, Turkey. The treatment may cost around €12,500-€14,000 or $15,000 USD. The hospital is JCI-accredited and features a Harvard-trained interventional radiologist with 20 years of experience.
Procedure Overview
This treatment blocks blood flow to fibroids using small particles. It is performed under imaging guidance without large incisions. Patients typically stay 2 nights in the hospital with companion accommodation included.
Doctor Profile
Assoc. Prof. Murat Dökdök leads the procedure. He trained at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. With expertise in interventional radiology since 2000, he performs this alternative to hysterectomy.
What's Included
- Uterine artery embolization procedure materials
- 2-night hospital stay with companion room
- Pre-op tests and doctor consultations
- Airport transfers and English interpreters
Treatment Details
Patients need pelvic MRI and blood tests before the procedure. Success rates range 40-70% based on fibroid size. The total stay in Turkey is about 5 days including diagnostics.
Consider contacting the clinic for personalized treatment plans. The hospital provides free second opinions within 48 hours.