Kidney transplantation | Package price

Kidney transplant with a living donor at Liv Hospital Istinye University Bahçeşehir in Istanbul, Turkey, costs $18,000 USD. This all-inclusive package covers surgery for both patient and donor, 15 nights hospitalization for the recipient, 7 nights for the donor, and 50 days of post-operative monitoring. Prof. Dr. Ayhan Dinçkan performs the surgery with over 5,000 kidney transplants completed, including 350 pediatric cases.

What the Package Includes

The $18,000 USD package covers comprehensive care for both recipient and donor:

• Transplant surgery and anesthesia for both patient and donor
• All preoperative tests and assessments
• 15 days hospital stay for recipient, 7 days for donor
• ICU care if medically required
• Standard medications during hospitalization
• Airport, hotel, and hospital transfers
• Professional translator services

The package does not cover flights, accommodation after hospital discharge, medications after leaving the hospital, or treatment of potential complications.

Legal Requirements for Living Donors

Turkish law requires the donor to be a blood relative up to the 4th degree. All family documents must be apostilled and translated into English. Both patient and donor undergo blood type compatibility testing before proceeding. A COVID-19 test is required upon arrival in Turkey.

Treatment Timeline and Recovery

The recipient stays in the hospital for 15 days after surgery. The donor stays for 7 days. After hospital discharge, patients remain in Turkey for 45-50 days for close monitoring. The medical team removes the ureteral stent on day 21. Doctors provide complete medication guidance before departure.

The donor can fly home 7 days after leaving the hospital. The recipient must wait 50 days post-discharge before air travel. This extended monitoring period ensures safe healing and proper kidney function.

Surgeon Experience

Prof. Dr. Ayhan Dinçkan leads the transplant team with 4 years of specialized experience. He trained at Akdeniz University Organ Transplantation Center. His track record includes over 5,000 kidney transplants. This includes 350 procedures in pediatric patients, requiring specialized surgical techniques.

About Liv Hospital

Liv Hospital Istinye University Bahçeşehir operates a dedicated Organ Transplantation Department. The facility provides complete pre-operative assessment, surgical care, and extended follow-up. The hospital coordinates all logistics including transportation and translation services for international patients.

If initial assessment reveals the transplant cannot proceed, patients pay a $3,000 USD cancellation fee. Payment is required before the first appointment by credit card or wire transfer. Contact Bookimed to schedule your consultation and receive personalized treatment planning.