Arthrodesis Wrist Treatment in Turkey
About Arthrodesis Wrist
Key Highlights
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Provides definitive relief from chronic, debilitating wrist pain.Creates a stable and strong wrist, improving grip strength and function.Offers a permanent solution for advanced arthritis and joint destruction.Corrects significant wrist deformities, such as those from rheumatoid arthritis.Can prevent the need for further surgeries in the affected joint.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe osteoarthritis or post-traumatic arthritis of the wrist not responsive to conservative care.
- Advanced rheumatoid arthritis causing joint destruction and instability.
- Failed previous wrist surgeries, such as a failed wrist replacement.
- Severe wrist fractures or fracture-dislocations with poor healing potential.
- Paralytic conditions or nerve injuries leading to a flail, unstable wrist.
- Painful wrist joint infections (septic arthritis) that have destroyed the joint.
- Tumors involving the wrist joint.
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (X-rays, CT scan).
- Discussion of medications; patients may need to stop blood thinners before surgery.
- Pre-operative counseling to understand the goals and permanent loss of wrist motion.
- Arranging for assistance at home during the initial recovery period.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to the surgery as instructed by the anesthesiologist.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, blood clots, and anesthesia complications.
- Non-union or delayed union, where the bones fail to fuse properly.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, potentially causing numbness or circulation issues.
- Hardware irritation, pain, or the need for future removal of plates/screws.
- Persistent pain or complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
- Adjacent joint strain as other joints compensate for the lack of wrist motion.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay of 1-2 days for pain management and initial monitoring.
- The wrist is immobilized in a bulky dressing and splint or cast for 6-12 weeks.
- Strict elevation of the hand is crucial for the first week to reduce swelling.
- Pain medication and antibiotics are prescribed as needed.
- Follow-up X-rays are taken to monitor bone healing and fusion progress.
- Once fusion is confirmed, a removable splint is used, and guided hand therapy begins to regain finger, elbow, and shoulder motion and strength.
- Full recovery and return to most activities, excluding heavy impact, takes 3-6 months.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
12-16 weeks for bone fusion, 4-6 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering arthrodesis wrist in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for arthrodesis wrist in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, 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 arthrodesis wrist. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists 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 arthrodesis wrist compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 1,321 – USD 3,854 | 1-2 days | ~ 12-16 weeks for bone fusion, 4-6 months for full functional recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 9,835 – USD 28,685 | 1-2 days | ~ 12-16 weeks for bone fusion, 4-6 months for full functional recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Arthrodesis Wrist in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing arthrodesis wrist.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Vivaan Roy, a 58-year-old carpenter, had...
Vivaan Roy, a 58-year-old carpenter, had dedicated his life to his craft. For the past five years, he endured worsening pain and a visible deformity in his right wrist, the result of severe, long-standing osteoarthritis. The joint was bone-on-bone, causing constant aching that sharpened with any grip or twist, making it impossible to hold his tools steady. His orthopedic surgeon explained that the joint was too damaged for simpler fixes. He recommended a wrist arthrodesis (fusion) to eliminate the painful motion and provide a stable, pain-free platform. Vivaan was apprehensive about losing wrist movement but desperate for relief. The surgery went smoothly. The initial recovery in a cast was challenging, and he grieved the loss of dexterity. However, as he healed and began occupational therapy, the constant, grinding pain was gone. He learned to adapt his techniques, using his shoulder and elbow more. While he misses some movements, the trade-off for being able to work without agony has been life-changing. His emotional journey moved from fear of losing his livelihood to profound gratitude for regained function and the end of chronic pain.
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