Hydrocephalus Surgeries, Shunt Surgeries in Turkey: 2-Night All-Inclusive Package with Price
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Hydrocephalus surgeries, shunt surgeries
Duration
- 2 days in the hospital
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included
Transport
Transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport
Implant
No implant applicable
Additional information
Surgical treatment of the condition described as Hydrocephalus Surgery – Shunt Procedures, performed using the most appropriate operative technique for the case.
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Program price
What's NOT included in this package
Doctor
Dr. Nezih Ozkan is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has held senior clinical roles at premier Turkish and European institutions. Dr. Ozkan previously worked as a neurosurgery specialist at Zurich University Hospital in Switzerland. He also served as the Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Abant İzzet Baysal University.
- Former Neurosurgery Clinic Chief at Bezmialem Foundation Gureba Training Hospital.
- Served as a lecturer and specialist at Acıbadem University Atakent Hospital.
- Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
- Provides care at a center with specialized neurosurgery and robotic surgery units.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Hydrocephalus surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, typically runs between $12,000 and $15,700 for a ventriculoperitoneal (V-P) shunt installation. This procedure is performed at the first JCI-accredited hospital in Turkey, known for its expertise in minimally invasive neurosurgery. The hospital uses advanced Brainlab neuronavigation to map the brain in 3D, helping surgeons place shunts with high precision.
Surgical Expertise and Methods
The neurosurgery department is led by specialists with decades of experience. Prof. Dr. Gokalp Silav has over 30 years of experience and has performed 1,000+ procedures. He uses 3D brain mapping technology to improve surgical accuracy. Prof. Dr. Hakan Hanımoğlu also treats patients here, bringing over 20 years of expertise from major university hospitals. For complex cases, Prof. Dr. Melih Bozkurt provides specialized consultations for hydrocephalus management.
The hospital follows a two-step protocol to avoid unnecessary surgery. Patients first undergo a diagnostic lumbar puncture to remove fluid and check pressure. If this test shows a positive effect, the surgical team proceeds with the V-P shunt. This shunt helps redirect excess fluid from the brain to the abdomen, where it is safely absorbed by the body.
What the Program Includes
A full treatment plan at Memorial Şişli may cost around $15,000. This package includes the following services:
- Neurological examination and vision tests to assess brain function.
- Diagnostic lumbar puncture including a one-night hospital stay.
- V-P shunt surgery performed with neuronavigation technology.
- Three nights of hospitalization for recovery and monitoring.
- Standard medications required during the hospital stay.
Some surgical packages, costing around $12,000, include complication insurance up to $30,000 for extra financial protection. For pediatric patients, the hospital offers combined programs that treat both hydrocephalus and craniosynostosis at the same time.
Diagnostics and Facilities
Before surgery, the team requires an MRI of the brain and spine. Pediatric cases also need CT scans of the chest and abdomen. Specialists such as pediatric neurologists and cardiologists review these results to make sure the patient is ready for anesthesia. Memorial Şişli Hospital features 252 beds and 13 operating rooms, holding LEED Platinum certification for its modern infrastructure. Patients can also access the on-site spine center for physiotherapy and rehabilitation after their procedure.
To learn more about treatment options or to get a personalized plan, you may request a consultation through Bookimed.
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