Bone Disorders Treatment in Turkey
About Bone Disorders
Key Highlights
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Specialized care tailored to the unique physiology of growing bones and children.Multidisciplinary approach involving pediatric orthopedists, physiotherapists, and sometimes endocrinologists or geneticists.Focus on both immediate correction and long-term developmental outcomes.Utilization of advanced, often minimally invasive, surgical techniques when required.Comprehensive management plans that include rehabilitation to restore full function.
Who is this surgery for?
- Congenital bone disorders (e.g., Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Achondroplasia).
- Developmental conditions like scoliosis, limb length discrepancies, or Blount's disease.
- Acquired conditions including bone infections (osteomyelitis), bone tumors, or metabolic bone diseases (e.g., rickets).
- Complex fractures or traumatic injuries that affect growth plates.
- Persistent bone pain, deformity, or functional limitation impacting daily activities.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation including X-rays, MRI, CT scans, and sometimes blood tests or genetic counseling.
- Detailed discussion with the pediatric orthopedic surgeon about the diagnosis, all treatment options, and expected outcomes.
- Pre-operative medical clearance, which may involve assessments by a pediatrician or other specialists.
- For surgical cases, fasting instructions and a review of the child's current medications.
- Psychological preparation of the child and family, including a tour of the hospital facility if possible.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, infection, or blood clots.
- Procedure-specific risks: Nerve or blood vessel injury, incomplete correction of deformity, or damage to growth plates.
- Potential for non-union or delayed healing of bones.
- Recurrence of the original condition or development of new deformities over time.
- Complications related to implants, such as hardware irritation, breakage, or need for future removal.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-operative care includes pain management, monitoring for signs of infection, and wound care.
- Use of casts, braces, or external fixators to protect and stabilize the bone during healing.
- A structured physical therapy program is crucial to regain strength, flexibility, and function.
- Regular follow-up visits with X-rays to monitor bone healing and alignment.
- Gradual return to normal activities and sports as approved by the orthopedic team, with long-term monitoring until skeletal maturity.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
6 weeks to 12+ months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering bone disorders in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform bone disorders. MediFyr helps you compare pediatric orthopedics 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 bone disorders compare across other countries where we have data.
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