Simple Thymectomy
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Medical Procedures
- Thymectomy
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Doctor
Dr. Murat Akkus is a Professor of Pediatric Gastroenterology based in Istanbul. He practices at Memorial Bahçelievler (2019–present) and Memorial Ataşehir (2018–present). He previously led the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition and the Department of Pediatrics at İnönü University. Before that, he headed Pediatric Gastroenterology at Atatürk University.
He has 174 international and 73 national publications. He is the editor of 7 books. He has written 3 international and 25 national book chapters. He completed a fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Ege University (1996–1998). In 2011, he was a visiting scholar at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He received İnönü University Outstanding Achievement Awards.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Thymectomy at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around $10,450 for maximal thymectomy with VATS. The hospital offers this minimally invasive procedure performed by Professor Hasan Fevzi Batirel, an experienced thoracic surgeon.
About the Procedure
Thymectomy removes the thymus gland, often needed for thymoma treatment. The video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) approach uses small incisions. This method causes less pain than open surgery. Recovery tends to be faster too.
Treatment Package Includes
- Maximal thymectomy surgery
- 3-4 nights hospitalization
- Interpreter services
About the Hospital
Memorial Bahçelievler holds LEED Platinum certification as Turkey's first eco-friendly hospital. It has a 4.6 rating from 53 patient reviews. The facility belongs to Turkey's largest healthcare network. Patients receive airport transfers and interpreter support.
Doctor Profile
Prof. Batirel specializes exclusively in thoracic surgery. As a professor, he stays current with surgical advancements. His VATS method allows precise thymus removal through small chest openings.
International patients often choose this clinic for thymoma treatment. Get more details about the procedure and doctor's availability.
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