Simple Thymectomy

Thymectomy is a surgical procedure for thymus gland removal performed at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. The package may cost around $17,000 USD and includes both diagnostic VATS and the thymectomy surgery. The key advantage is the minimally invasive VATS approach led by an experienced thoracic surgery team at a JCI-accredited facility.

Procedure Details

The hospital offers a combined diagnostic and surgical package. It first performs Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) to establish a precise diagnosis. If needed, surgeons proceed with either simple or extended thymectomy immediately after.

The VATS approach uses small incisions between the ribs. This reduces recovery time compared to open surgery. Patients typically stay in the hospital for 3 days post-operation.

What’s Included

• VATS diagnostic procedure with biopsy and chest drain placement
• Thymectomy surgery (simple or extended as required)
• 3 days hospitalization with all necessary medications
• Consultation with the thoracic surgery professor
• Accommodation for patient and one relative
• Airport transfers and Russian-speaking interpreter

Medical Team

Doç. Dr. Nezih Onur Ermeak heads the thoracic surgery team. The specialized group performs these procedures regularly at the technologically advanced facility.

Hospital Features

Memorial Göztepe is a JCI-accredited 81,000 m² facility. They have 19 operating rooms including a hybrid OR. The hospital uses da Vinci XI robotic surgery systems.

This comprehensive thymectomy package helps patients receive both diagnosis and treatment in one coordinated process. Contact the hospital for personalized cost confirmation based on your condition.