Adult Congenital Heart Disease Treatment in Turkey
About Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Key Highlights
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Provides specialized, lifelong care for complex heart conditions present from birth.Utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach for comprehensive management.Employs advanced diagnostic tools like echocardiography, MRI, and cardiac catheterization.Focuses on personalized treatment plans to improve long-term survival and quality of life.Manages a wide spectrum of conditions, from simple defects to highly complex malformations.
Who is this surgery for?
- Known history of a congenital heart defect diagnosed in childhood.
- New onset of symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, palpitations, or cyanosis (bluish skin) in adulthood.
- Need for ongoing surveillance and monitoring of a previously repaired or unrepaired defect.
- Development of complications such as heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, or arrhythmias.
- Preparation for non-cardiac surgery or pregnancy in individuals with a congenital heart condition.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive review of all past medical records, surgical reports, and imaging studies.
- Detailed physical examination and assessment of current symptoms.
- Advanced cardiac imaging (echocardiogram, cardiac MRI, CT) to evaluate heart structure and function.
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) and possibly Holter monitoring to check heart rhythm.
- Consultation with the multidisciplinary ACHD team to discuss findings and formulate a management plan.
Risks & possible complications
- Progression of heart failure or worsening of existing cardiac function.
- Development of life-threatening arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats).
- Risk of stroke or other thromboembolic events (blood clots).
- Infection of the heart valves or lining (endocarditis).
- Complications related to interventions or surgeries, such as bleeding, infection, or adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is highly variable and depends on the specific condition and treatment provided.
- After interventions or surgery, initial hospital stay is followed by a period of restricted activity.
- Strict adherence to prescribed medications, including blood thinners or heart failure drugs, is crucial.
- Regular follow-up appointments for monitoring with echocardiograms and other tests are essential.
- Cardiac rehabilitation may be recommended to safely improve strength and endurance.
- Lifestyle modifications, including diet and activity guidance, are part of long-term management.
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Typical hospital stay:
Varies widely (0 days for consultation to 7-14+ days for major surgery)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing lifelong management; 4-12 weeks for post-procedural/surgical recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering adult congenital heart disease in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for adult congenital heart disease in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform adult congenital heart disease. MediFyr helps you compare cardiologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for adult congenital heart disease compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 544 – USD 8,701 | Varies widely (0 days for consultation to 7-14+ days for major surgery) | ~ Ongoing lifelong management; 4-12 weeks for post-procedural/surgical recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,026 – USD 64,420 | Varies widely (0 days for consultation to 7-14+ days for major surgery) | ~ Ongoing lifelong management; 4-12 weeks for post-procedural/surgical recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Adult Congenital Heart Disease in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiology teams and experience managing patients undergoing adult congenital heart disease.
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Cardiologists for Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Explore experienced cardiologists who regularly perform adult congenital heart disease and provide pre- and post-operative care in Turkey.
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