Carpal Fracture Treatment in Turkey
About Carpal Fracture
Key Highlights
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Restores precise alignment of the wrist bones for optimal function.Prevents long-term complications like post-traumatic arthritis and chronic pain.Specialized orthopedic techniques ensure stable fixation for proper healing.Helps preserve grip strength and range of motion in the wrist and hand.Tailored treatment plans, from casting to advanced surgery, based on fracture type and patient needs.
Who is this surgery for?
- Displaced fracture where bone fragments are out of alignment.
- Unstable fracture that may shift even after initial casting (e.g., scaphoid fracture).
- Open fracture (bone breaks through the skin), which requires urgent surgery to prevent infection.
- Intra-articular fracture (break extends into the wrist joint surface).
- Fracture associated with ligament damage or carpal instability.
- Failure of non-surgical treatment (non-union or malunion).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including physical exam and imaging (X-rays, CT scan).
- Discussion of medical history, allergies, and current medications with the orthopedic surgeon.
- Pre-operative tests (blood work, ECG) as required for surgical candidates.
- Instructions to stop certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised by the doctor.
- Arranging for assistance at home and time off work for the recovery period.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before surgery if general anesthesia is planned.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or in the bone.
- Bleeding, bruising, or hematoma formation.
- Nerve or blood vessel damage, leading to numbness or tingling.
- Stiffness, reduced range of motion, or complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
- Hardware irritation from plates or screws, sometimes requiring removal.
- Delayed healing, non-union (bone doesn't heal), or malunion (heals in poor position).
- Risks associated with anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial immobilization in a cast or splint for several weeks to protect the healing bone.
- Strict elevation of the hand to reduce swelling and pain in the first few days.
- Pain management with prescribed medications and use of ice packs.
- Gradual initiation of hand therapy and physiotherapy to restore movement and strength.
- Follow-up X-rays to monitor bone healing progress.
- Avoidance of heavy lifting, sports, or strenuous activity with the hand for a period specified by the surgeon.
- Possible removal of pins or screws in a minor procedure once healing is complete.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
6 weeks to 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering carpal fracture in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for carpal fracture 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 carpal fracture. 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 carpal fracture compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Carpal Fracture in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing carpal fracture.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Vivaan Patel, a 28-year-old software engineer...
Vivaan Patel, a 28-year-old software engineer and avid rock climber, fell during a weekend bouldering session, landing on his outstretched right hand. He felt immediate, sharp pain in his wrist and noticed significant swelling. An X-ray in the ER revealed a displaced fracture of the scaphoid bone in his wrist, a common 'carpal fracture.' The orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Lee, explained that due to the displacement and the scaphoid's poor blood supply, surgery was necessary to realign the bone and secure it with a screw to ensure proper healing and prevent long-term arthritis or non-union. Vivaan was anxious about the surgery and terrified that he might lose the dexterity crucial for his career and his passion for climbing. The procedure, an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), went smoothly. Post-surgery, he wore a cast for six weeks, followed by intensive physiotherapy to regain strength and range of motion. After four months of diligent rehab, he made a full recovery and was able to return to coding and, cautiously, to the climbing wall. His emotional journey shifted from fear and frustration about his sudden limitations to immense relief and gratitude for modern surgical techniques that restored his hand's function.
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