Colectomy (Large Bowel Resection) in Turkey: 13-Night All-Inclusive Package with Price
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Colectomy (large bowel resection)
- Rectal resection
- Resection of large intestine
- Robotic low anterior resection (LAR)
- Da Vinci Robotic System
- Consultation with an anesthesiologist
- General anesthesia
- Blood tests
- Medical Examination for pre-operation
- Post-op medications
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Duration
- 13 days in the hospital
Accommodation
Hospitalization
Transport
Transfer airport-clinic-airport
Additional information
THE WAFI PROCEDURE FOR RECTAL AND COLORECTAL CANCER
ADVANCED MINIMALLY INVASIVE COLORECTAL SURGERY
EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE AT Anadolu Medical Center - Developed and performed by Prof. Vafi Atalay
About the WAFI Procedure
The WAFI Procedure is an innovative surgical concept designed to protect the colorectal anastomosis following surgery for rectal and colorectal cancers. After the diseased portion of the intestine or rectum is removed, intestinal continuity is restored by creating a colorectal anastomosis.
ROBOTIC ANTERIOR RESECTION
WITH POSSIBLE WAFI PROCEDURE FOR RECTAL AND COLORECTAL CANCER - by Prof. Vafi Atalay
Procedure Includes
Anterior resection
Robot-assisted minimally invasive colorectal surgery
Possible WAFI procedure depending on surgical indication
Hospital Stay
Average 12 days hospitalization (including 1 day intensive care unit stay)
Clinical Information
Standard pathological examination
Postoperative monitoring in the intensive care unit
To protect this surgical connection during the critical healing phase, the WAFI technique uses a controlled tube-based ileostomy diversion system. This system temporarily diverts intestinal contents away from the anastomosis, helping reduce the risk of complications while maintaining bowel continuity.
Unlike conventional diversion techniques that require the creation of a stoma and a second operation for closure, the WAFI system allows temporary diversion through a tube-based mechanism that can be removed once healing is complete.
The procedure can be performed using laparoscopic or robot-assisted minimally invasive colorectal surgery, allowing precise oncologic resection while minimizing surgical trauma and supporting faster postoperative recovery.
This specialized surgical approach is exclusively performed at Anadolu Medical Center.
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Doctor
Dr. Vafi Atalay is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He developed the tube ileostomy technique to eliminate the need for ostomy-closure surgery. This method was published in the journal Colorectal Disease. Dr. Atalay specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver cancers.
- Winner of the Gold Medal Award at the Istanbul International Invention Fair.
- Authored over 30 articles in national and international medical journals.
- Received the Best Scientific Research Award from several surgical congresses.
- Practices at a clinic affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Hospital.
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About the clinic
Anterior resection is a surgery to remove cancer from the colon. Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, Turkey offers this procedure. The cost starts from 170,000 TRY (approximately $5,500 USD). This includes a stay in the hospital and all necessary medications. Anadolu Medical Center is the first hospital in Turkey to be accredited by JCI.
Anterior resection removes the affected part of the colon. It’s used to treat rectum cancer. Surgeons at Anadolu Medical Center use different approaches. These include robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgery.
The surgery typically requires a hospital stay of 10-11 nights. The package includes a night in ICU and 10 nights in a regular hospital room. It also covers anesthesia, materials, and medications. Pathology tests are included in the price.
What’s Included in the Package
- Hospitalization for the patient and a companion.
- General anesthesia exams and tests.
- Doctor’s appointments.
- Materials and medications needed for the procedure.
- Pathological analyses.
Patients should prepare with several tests before surgery. These tests include a PET-CT scan and an abdominal MRI. A colonoscopy and biopsy are also required. Doctors need to review any past medical records.
Prof. Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He has 28 years of experience in oncology. He specializes in cancer treatment and is a highly skilled surgeon.
Anadolu Medical Center has a strong affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine. This provides access to advanced knowledge and techniques. The hospital's JCI accreditation ensures high standards of care. A good outcome is expected if the tumor is 6cm or less from the anus. In some cases, surgeons can save the sphincter muscle.
Additional costs may apply for complications or a longer hospital stay. Full payment is required before the surgery. If you’re considering colon cancer treatment, Anadolu Medical Center offers expert care and advanced surgical options. Contact us to learn more about your individual case.
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What factors affect colectomy cost
- Type of method. Specialists apply 2 types of colectomy: laparoscopic and open. According to online medical journal Jama Network, laparoscopic colectomy is safer and less traumatic than open one. It boosts recovery, reduces pain, and improves patient’s quality of life. Laparoscopic colectomy can be cheaper than open. It depends on tumor size and complexity of removal.
- Surgeon’s experience. A specialist who has academic degrees, huge experience, numerous achievements, and awards may ask for a higher fee.
- Country's price policy. Colon cancer surgery price depends on a country’s population income. For example, colectomy is cheaper in Israel — from $15,000 and more expensive in the USA — approx. $30,000. Healthcare quality in both countries is at the highest level as well.
- Hospital’s rating. The colon cancer surgery cost depends on how many certificates and awards the hospital has. Most clinics listed below have got JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation for the best healthcare services.
- Extra fees. Some German medical centers ask for prepayment, but if treatment cost occurs cheaper, they can give the rest of the money back.
How much does the cheapest colon cancer surgery cost?
The cheapest colectomy cost starts from $8,700. Turkey offers such a price in its medical centers. It is twice cheaper than in the USA, Germany, Israel, and Spain. Such cost is explained by the country’s price policy and living wage. Healthcare in Turkey remains at the highest level due to experienced doctors, innovative options, and newest medical equipment.
What does colectomy cost include?
The price of colectomy consists of:
- preoperative diagnostics (if required)
- a surgery itself
- hospital stay
- medicines
- doctor’s fee.
The procedure can occur more expensive than open one due to higher effectiveness and cost laparoscopic equipment.
How to get a colectomy cost with Bookimed?
To undergo a colectomy, pay attention to the following steps:
- Submit a request on Bookimed — our manager will contact you shortly.
- According to your case, Bookimed manager will give you all necessary info about hospitals where colectomy is available.
- Then your medical records will be sent to a chosen medical center.
- You will receive a preliminary bill from a clinic. If you agree with the cost, Bookimed manager will arrange your medical trip to a center.
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How is colectomy performed?
There are several types of colectomy but only a doctor decides which one a patient requires. Specialists perform laparoscopic (minimally invasive) and open colectomies.
The laparoscopic colectomy cost is less traumatic than open one because a doctor makes only three small incisions (up to 1 cm) on the abdomen during the operation. A doctor delivers a video tube through one of the incisions and a tool in another one. Then a doctor removes the colon out of the patient’s body controlling the process on a screen. When a colon is repaired, it is inserted back through a small incision on the patient’s abdomen.
Laparoscopic colectomy is performed for early-stage colon cancer.
Open colectomy requires longer incision, longer hospitalization, and more medicines for postoperative period than after laparoscopy.
Both procedures are carried out under general anesthesia. Colectomy takes from 4 to 6 hours.
What are the advantages of laparoscopic colectomy?
- minimal blood loss and less traumas
- shorter hospital stay
- less pain during postoperative period
- low risk of infections
- less scarring than after open surgery.
What is the success rate after colectomy?
80% is a success rate of laparoscopic colectomy in most of the clinics listed below. The patient’s quality of life is better after such a procedure. Laparoscopic colectomy causes less pain, fewer side effects than open colectomy and shorter hospital stay.
How to choose a hospital to undergo colectomy?
To pick a medical center for colon cancer surgery, pay attention to the following factors:
- Hospital’s reputation. Each medical center has multiple certificates, that means the hospital complies with international healthcare standards and provides high-quality medical services.
- Doctor’s experience. Pay attention to a doctor’s CV. Be sure he is an expert in colectomy and carried out lots of successful cases.
- Patient’s reviews. See an experience of people who have already undergone treatment in a hospital.
- Medical equipment. Only world-class medical centers provide advanced medical equipment as for example, the da Vinci robotic system, a device for minimally invasive surgeries.
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How to get a colectomy cost estimate from Bookimed?
To undergo a colectomy, pay attention to the following steps:
- Submit a request on Bookimed — our manager will contact you shortly.
- According to your case, Bookimed manager will give you all necessary info about the hospitals where colectomy is available.
- Then your medical records will be sent to a chosen medical center.
- You will receive a preliminary bill from a clinic. If you agree with the cost, Bookimed manager will arrange your medical trip to a center.
Bookimed provides 24/7 support for patients till they come home after treatment.