Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease Treatment in Turkey
About Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive endovascular options (angioplasty/stenting) often available, leading to smaller incisions and faster recovery.Effective in relieving debilitating leg pain (claudication) and improving walking distance.Helps restore blood flow to prevent serious complications like non-healing wounds, gangrene, and potential limb amputation.Management by a cardiologist provides integrated care for both peripheral artery disease and associated heart conditions.Can significantly improve quality of life, mobility, and long-term cardiovascular health.
Who is this surgery for?
- Intermittent claudication: Cramping leg pain during walking that does not improve with medication and lifestyle changes.
- Critical limb ischemia: Symptoms at rest, including leg pain while lying down, non-healing ulcers, or gangrene.
- Impotence in men (Leriche syndrome) due to reduced pelvic blood flow.
- Significant blockage (usually >70%) in the aortoiliac segment confirmed by imaging (CTA, MRA, or angiography).
- Failed response to a supervised exercise program and optimal medical therapy.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive diagnostic tests, including an ankle-brachial index (ABI), ultrasound, CT angiography (CTA), or MR angiography (MRA).
- Full cardiac evaluation to assess overall heart health and surgical risk.
- Adjustment or initiation of medications (antiplatelets, statins, blood pressure drugs) as advised.
- Pre-procedure blood tests, including kidney function, and possibly stopping certain blood thinners.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if sedation or anesthesia is planned.
- Discussion of the procedure plan, risks, benefits, and alternative treatments with your cardiologist.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, bruising, or infection at the catheter insertion site (usually in the groin).
- Damage to the blood vessel (dissection or perforation).
- Allergic reaction to contrast dye used during imaging.
- Blood clot formation at the treatment site or elsewhere (thrombosis/embolism).
- Kidney injury from contrast dye, especially in patients with pre-existing kidney problems.
- Restenosis (re-narrowing of the artery) over time, which may require repeat procedures.
- Rarely, stroke, heart attack, or limb loss in severe cases.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate post-procedure: Monitoring in a recovery area for several hours; pressure may be applied to the insertion site to prevent bleeding.
- Hospital Stay: For simple angioplasty/stenting, discharge may be same day or after 1 night. Open surgery requires a longer stay.
- Activity: Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for about a week. Walking is encouraged soon after to promote circulation.
- Medication: Strict adherence to prescribed antiplatelet drugs (like aspirin/clopidogrel) and statins to prevent clotting and disease progression.
- Follow-up: Regular check-ups with your cardiologist, including imaging tests to monitor the treated arteries.
- Lifestyle: Essential to quit smoking, manage diabetes, maintain a heart-healthy diet, and follow a supervised exercise program.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-3 weeks for endovascular procedures; 6-8 weeks for open surgical bypass
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering aortoiliac occlusive disease in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for aortoiliac occlusive disease in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 aortoiliac occlusive 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 aortoiliac occlusive disease compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 1,652 – USD 5,506 | 1-3 days | ~ 1-3 weeks for endovascular procedures; 6-8 weeks for open surgical bypass | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 12,293 – USD 40,978 | 1-3 days | ~ 1-3 weeks for endovascular procedures; 6-8 weeks for open surgical bypass | Know More |
Top hospitals for Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiology teams and experience managing patients undergoing aortoiliac occlusive disease.
Instabul, Turkey
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Aadya Johnson, a 62-year-old retired school...
Aadya Johnson, a 62-year-old retired school librarian, had always been active, tending her garden and walking her dog daily. Over the past year, she noticed a persistent, cramping pain in her buttocks and thighs that would start after just a few minutes of walking, forcing her to stop and rest. It felt like a 'charley horse' that stole her independence. Her primary care doctor noted diminished pulses in her feet and referred her to a cardiologist, Dr. Evans. After a CT angiogram confirmed severe aortoiliac occlusive disease, Dr. Evans explained that the main arteries to her legs were blocked, starving her muscles of blood. He recommended an aortobifemoral bypass, a major surgery to reroute blood flow around the blockages. Aadya was terrified of the 'big surgery' and the long recovery, fearing she might never garden again. The surgery went smoothly, but the first days in the hospital were tough, managing pain and taking tentative steps. Back home, with the support of home health and her daughter, she slowly rebuilt her strength. Six months later, Aadya walks her dog for 30 minutes without pain and is back to weeding her flower beds. The emotional relief is profound; she feels like she has reclaimed her life and her joy, no longer a prisoner to her own body.
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