Cerebral Digital Subtraction Angiography Treatment in Turkey
About Cerebral Digital Subtraction Angiography
Key Highlights
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Considered the gold standard for detailed imaging of cerebral blood vessels.Provides high-resolution, real-time images to accurately diagnose complex vascular conditions.Minimally invasive procedure with a relatively short recovery time.Can be both diagnostic and therapeutic, as it often guides interventions like coiling or stenting.Uses digital technology to subtract bone and tissue, offering unparalleled clarity of the vascular system.
Who is this surgery for?
- Detection and evaluation of cerebral aneurysms (bulging blood vessels).
- Diagnosis of arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) or fistulas.
- Assessment of stenosis (narrowing) or occlusion (blockage) in brain arteries.
- Investigation of the cause of a hemorrhagic or ischemic stroke.
- Pre-surgical mapping of blood vessel anatomy before brain surgery.
- Evaluation of vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels) or other vascular diseases.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation, including blood tests and allergy check for contrast dye.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure, though clear fluids may be allowed.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of certain medications, especially blood thinners, as advised by the neurologist.
- Informed consent process detailing the procedure, benefits, and risks.
- Arranging for someone to drive you home post-procedure, as sedation may be used.
Risks & possible complications
- Allergic reaction to the iodinated contrast dye.
- Bleeding, bruising, or infection at the catheter insertion site.
- Damage to the blood vessel, potentially leading to dissection or pseudoaneurysm.
- Kidney injury from the contrast dye, especially in patients with pre-existing conditions.
- Stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) due to dislodgement of plaque or clot.
- Radiation exposure, though it is carefully controlled and minimized.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate post-procedure monitoring for 4-6 hours, with pressure applied to the insertion site to prevent bleeding.
- Instructions to drink plenty of fluids to help flush the contrast dye from the kidneys.
- Rest and avoidance of strenuous activity, heavy lifting, or driving for 24-48 hours.
- Observation for any signs of complications, such as severe pain, swelling at the groin, weakness, or speech difficulties.
- Follow-up appointment with the neurologist to discuss the findings and any further treatment plans.
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Typical hospital stay:
1 day (often outpatient or short stay)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days for normal activity, 1 week for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cerebral digital subtraction angiography in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cerebral digital subtraction angiography in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 cerebral digital subtraction angiography. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists 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 cerebral digital subtraction angiography compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 275 – USD 771 | 1 day (often outpatient or short stay) | ~ 1-2 days for normal activity, 1 week for full recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 2,049 – USD 5,737 | 1 day (often outpatient or short stay) | ~ 1-2 days for normal activity, 1 week for full recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Cerebral Digital Subtraction Angiography in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing cerebral digital subtraction angiography.
Instabul, Turkey
150 Doctors
Michael Ali, a 58-year-old former construction...
Michael Ali, a 58-year-old former construction foreman, had been struggling with debilitating, sudden-onset headaches for three months. A recent episode was so severe it caused a brief loss of vision in his right eye. His primary care physician, concerned about a transient ischemic attack (TIA), referred him to a neurologist. An initial MRI suggested a possible arteriovenous malformation (AVM) in his occipital lobe. The neurologist, Dr. Evans, recommended a Cerebral DSA to get a definitive, high-resolution map of the blood vessels in his brain, explaining it was the gold standard to confirm the AVM's size, shape, and blood flow patterns before considering any intervention. Michael was anxious, fearing the invasive nature of the test and what it might find. During the procedure, he was sedated but awake, feeling only pressure as the catheter was threaded through his groin. The team was calm and communicative. The DSA clearly outlined the AVM. While the diagnosis was serious, Michael felt a profound shift from the anxiety of the unknown to the clarity of a defined problem. The detailed images allowed Dr. Evans to plan a targeted embolization. Post-procedure, Michael recovered in a recovery room for six hours with pressure on the puncture site. His emotional journey moved from fear of the 'what if' to a focused determination, empowered by having a precise diagnosis and a clear, actionable treatment path forward.