Children Urinary Problem Treatment in Turkey
About Children Urinary Problem
Key Highlights
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Specialized care from surgeons trained specifically in children's urological anatomy and development.Comprehensive management from diagnosis through treatment and long-term follow-up.Focus on minimally invasive techniques (like endoscopic surgery) to reduce pain and scarring.Multidisciplinary approach involving pediatric nephrologists, radiologists, and nurses.Aims to preserve long-term kidney function and ensure normal growth.Family-centered care that supports both the child and parents throughout the process./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in infants or children.
- Congenital anomalies like hydronephrosis, vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), or posterior urethral valves.
- Daytime wetting (urinary incontinence) or bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) beyond the expected age.
- Difficulty, pain, or straining during urination (dysuria).
- Abnormalities noted on prenatal ultrasound (e.g., dilated kidneys).
- Urinary stones (nephrolithiasis) in the pediatric population.
- Neurogenic bladder due to conditions like spina bifida.
- Undescended testicles (cryptorchidism) or other genital abnormalities.
How to prepare
- Detailed consultation and review of the child's full medical history and symptoms.
- Diagnostic tests such as ultrasound, VCUG (voiding cystourethrogram), or urodynamic studies.
- Pre-operative blood tests and urine analysis as required.
- Discussion with the anesthesiologist regarding pediatric anesthesia safety.
- Fasting instructions for the specific number of hours before a procedure or surgery.
- Age-appropriate explanation to the child to reduce anxiety.
- Informing the surgical team of any medications, allergies, or recent illnesses.
Risks & possible complications
- Risks associated with anesthesia, though minimized by pediatric anesthesiologists.
- Bleeding or infection at the surgical site.
- Injury to surrounding structures (rare).
- Persistent or recurrent symptoms requiring further management.
- Scarring or stricture formation after surgery.
- For specific procedures like reflux surgery, a small risk of procedure failure or new-onset contralateral reflux.
- General surgical risks such as blood clots or adverse reactions to medication.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-operative monitoring in a recovery area until fully awake from anesthesia.
- Pain management with appropriate pediatric medications.
- Instructions on wound care and bathing if an incision was made.
- Encouragement of early mobility and fluid intake as tolerated.
- Use of catheters or stents for a prescribed period, if placed during surgery.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing, remove stitches or stents, and assess function.
- Gradual return to normal activities and school as advised by the surgeon.
- Long-term follow-up may include repeat imaging or tests to ensure resolution of the problem.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering children urinary problem in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric urology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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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 children urinary problem compare across other countries where we have data.
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