Birth Defects Treatment in Turkey
About Birth Defects
Key Highlights
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Corrects life-threatening or debilitating anatomical abnormalities present from birth.Restores normal function of affected organs and body systems.Prevents long-term complications and supports healthy growth and development.Often performed using minimally invasive techniques (laparoscopy/thoracoscopy) for reduced scarring and faster recovery.Involves a coordinated, multidisciplinary team including neonatologists, anesthesiologists, and pediatric specialists.
Who is this surgery for?
- Abdominal wall defects: Gastroschisis (intestines outside the body) or Omphalocele (abdominal organs in a sac).
- Gastrointestinal obstructions: Intestinal atresia, malrotation, or meconium ileus.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH): Herniation of abdominal organs into the chest cavity.
- Anorectal malformations: Imperforate anus or related defects.
- Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) and Esophageal Atresia (EA).
- Certain congenital lung lesions (e.g., Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation - CPAM).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive prenatal diagnosis and planning with maternal-fetal medicine specialists.
- Stabilization of the newborn in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) immediately after birth.
- Detailed imaging studies (ultrasound, X-ray, MRI) to precisely define the anatomy of the defect.
- Nutritional support, which may include intravenous (IV) nutrition (TPN).
- Assessment and optimization by a pediatric anesthesiologist specialized in neonatal care.
- Informed consent discussion with parents, detailing the procedure, risks, and expected outcomes.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Bleeding, infection, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Specific risks related to the defect: Injury to nearby organs or structures during repair.
- Post-operative complications: Wound healing issues, leakage from surgical connections (anastomotic leak), or adhesions.
- Respiratory complications, especially in procedures involving the chest (e.g., CDH repair).
- Long-term functional issues depending on the defect, such as feeding difficulties or bowel management concerns.
- Risk of recurrence or need for additional corrective surgeries in the future.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the NICU or Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for close monitoring.
- Pain management tailored for infants and children.
- Gradual initiation of feeding, starting with IV nutrition and advancing to oral feeds as the gut function returns.
- Careful monitoring of vital signs, surgical site, and overall organ function.
- Involvement of occupational/physical therapists for developmental support as needed.
- Detailed discharge planning with instructions for wound care, feeding, and signs of complications.
- Long-term follow-up with the surgical team and other specialists to monitor growth and development.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-30 days
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Expected recovery time:
Several weeks to months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering birth defects in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for birth defects 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 birth defects. MediFyr helps you compare general surgeons 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 birth defects compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Birth Defects in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated general surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing birth defects.
Instabul, Turkey
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Patient Name: Aditya Nair. Age &...
Patient Name: Aditya Nair. Age & Background: 2 days old, first child of Priya and Rajesh Nair, born full-term via normal delivery in a community hospital. Symptoms/History: Immediately after birth, nurses noted Aditya was not passing meconium and had a distended abdomen. He began vomiting green bile. A transfer to a tertiary care center confirmed a diagnosis of Hirschsprung's Disease, a birth defect where nerve cells are missing from parts of the intestine. Doctor Recommendation: The pediatric surgeon, Dr. Sharma, recommended a temporary colostomy surgery. This would create an opening in the abdomen to allow stool to pass, giving the inflamed bowel downstream time to heal and the baby to grow before a more definitive pull-through procedure later. Treatment Experience: Aditya underwent a laparoscopic-assisted colostomy. For Priya and Rajesh, seeing their tiny son with tubes and an ostomy bag was devastating. They spent hours learning stoma care from the nurses. Post-Procedure Recovery Outcome: After a rocky first 48 hours, Aditya began tolerating feeds. His abdomen softened, and he started gaining weight. The surgery successfully decompressed his bowel. Emotional Journey: Before, the parents were in shock and terrified by the emergency transfer and diagnosis. They felt guilt and fear for their son's future. After, while still anxious about the long road ahead, they felt empowered. Seeing Aditya comfortable, feeding, and growing gave them hope. They shifted from feeling helpless to becoming capable caregivers, focused on getting him strong for his next surgery.
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