Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment in Turkey – Best Hospitals & Doctors

Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment in Turkey — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

Partner Hospitals

3 partner in Turkey for this surgery

Specialist Doctors

8 Surgeons linked to this surgery

Treatment Cost

USD 4,026 – USD 120,788

About Chronic Kidney Disease

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is not a single procedure but a long-term condition managed by a nephrologist. Management involves a comprehensive, personalized plan to slow disease progression, manage complications, and prepare for potential kidney replacement therapies. This includes regular monitoring of kidney function (eGFR), blood pressure control, dietary modifications, medication management (like ACE inhibitors or SGLT2 inhibitors), and treatment of associated conditions like anemia or bone disease. For advanced stages (CKD Stage 5 or End-Stage Renal Disease), the nephrologist oversees dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis) or coordinates kidney transplantation. The goal is to preserve kidney function, improve quality of life, and reduce cardiovascular risks.

Key Highlights

Personalized Care Plan: Tailored management strategy based on the specific stage and cause of CKD.Progression Slowing: Aims to delay the decline of kidney function and postpone the need for dialysis.Complication Management: Addresses associated issues like high blood pressure, anemia, bone disease, and electrolyte imbalances.listrongMultidisciplinary Approach:/strong Often involves dietitians, diabetes specialists, and vascular surgeons for comprehensive care./lilistrongPreparation for Future:/strong Guides patients through education and planning for potential dialysis or transplantation./li/ul

Who is this surgery for?

Persistently elevated serum creatinine and reduced estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR < 60 mL/min/1.73m²) for over 3 months.
Presence of kidney damage markers like persistent proteinuria (protein in urine) or abnormal kidney imaging.
Underlying conditions such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, glomerulonephritis, or polycystic kidney disease.
Recurrent kidney stones or urinary tract obstructions leading to kidney damage.
Family history of hereditary kidney diseases.
Symptoms of advanced CKD like fatigue, swelling, nausea, loss of appetite, or changes in urination.

How to prepare

Initial Consultation: Detailed medical history review, physical exam, and discussion of symptoms.
Diagnostic Tests: Blood tests (creatinine, eGFR, electrolytes), urine tests (albumin-to-creatinine ratio), and often a kidney ultrasound.
Lifestyle Assessment: Evaluation of diet, fluid intake, smoking, and medication use (including over-the-counter drugs).
Vascular Access Planning: For advanced CKD, early discussion and potential procedure for creating dialysis access (e.g., AV fistula).
Education: Learning about kidney-friendly diets (low sodium, potassium, phosphorus), medication adherence, and blood pressure monitoring.

Risks & possible complications

Disease Progression: Risk of advancing to end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis or transplant.
Cardiovascular Events: Significantly increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure.
Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalances: Can lead to swelling, high potassium (hyperkalemia), and acidosis.
Bone Disease (Renal Osteodystrophy): Weakening of bones due to calcium and phosphorus imbalances.
Anemia: Decreased production of red blood cells leading to fatigue and weakness.
Infections: Increased susceptibility, especially if on immunosuppressants post-transplant or with dialysis access sites.

Recovery & hospital stay

Ongoing Monitoring: Regular follow-up visits with the nephrologist for blood and urine tests to track progression.
Lifestyle Adherence: Strict commitment to prescribed diet, fluid restrictions, medications, and blood pressure control.
Symptom Management: Addressing fatigue, itching, or other uremic symptoms with medications and dietary adjustments.
Dialysis Transition: If required, recovery involves adapting to the dialysis schedule and caring for the access site.
Post-Transplant Care: If a transplant is received, lifelong immunosuppressive medications and monitoring for rejection are essential.
Mental Health Support: Counseling or support groups to help cope with the chronic nature of the disease.

Typical hospital stay: 0 days (for management) to 5-7 days (for dialysis access surgery or transplant)
Expected recovery time: Lifelong management; specific interventions (e.g., access surgery) require 2-6 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering chronic kidney disease in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

＋ − Which hospitals are best for chronic kidney disease in Turkey?

Popular choices for chronic kidney disease in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.

＋ − How do I choose the right doctor for chronic kidney disease?

Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform chronic kidney disease. MediFyr helps you compare nephrologists and book consultations online.

＋ − What factors affect the cost of chronic kidney disease?

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.

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USD 4,026 – USD 120,788
Typical stay: 0 days (for management) to 5-7 days (for dialysis access surgery or transplant)
Recovery: ~Lifelong management; specific interventions (e.g., access surgery) require 2-6 weeks

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for chronic kidney disease compare across other countries where we have data.

Country	Estimated cost range	Typical stay	Recovery time	View details
India	USD 544 – USD 16,315	0 days (for management) to 5-7 days (for dialysis access surgery or transplant)	~ Lifelong management; specific interventions (e.g., access surgery) require 2-6 weeks	Know More
Turkey	USD 4,026 – USD 120,788	0 days (for management) to 5-7 days (for dialysis access surgery or transplant)	~ Lifelong management; specific interventions (e.g., access surgery) require 2-6 weeks	Know More

Top hospitals for Chronic Kidney Disease in Turkey

These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated nephrology teams and experience managing patients undergoing chronic kidney disease.

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Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv

Patient Stories & Reviews (51+)

Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors

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Liv Hospital Ankara

Patient Stories & Reviews (12+)

Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors

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Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir

Patient Stories & Reviews (112+)

Istanbul, Turkey
38 Doctors

PATIENT REVIEW

I'd been to three other doctors...

I'd been to three other doctors for this nagging pain and fatigue, and everyone just said it was stress. Dr. Sukanya was different. She actually sat and listened to the whole, messy story, asked about things no one else had, and ordered a specific test the others hadn't. Turns out it was something quite rare. She explained it to me in plain Tamil, drew a little diagram on her notepad. I felt heard for the first time, and finally had a path forward.