Dementia Treatment in Turkey
About Dementia
Key Highlights
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Provides an accurate diagnosis to distinguish dementia from other treatable conditions like depression or vitamin deficiencies.Enables the creation of a personalized management plan to address specific symptoms and needs.Identifies potentially reversible causes or contributing factors to cognitive decline.Offers access to medications that may help slow symptom progression in some types of dementia.Connects patients and caregivers with critical support services, education, and long-term care planning.Provides a foundation for managing behavioral and psychological symptoms to improve quality of life./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent and worsening memory loss, especially for recently learned information.
- Difficulty with planning, solving problems, or completing familiar tasks.
- Confusion with time or place, and getting lost in familiar settings.
- New problems with words in speaking or writing, or trouble following conversations.
- Changes in mood, personality, or social withdrawal.
- Poor judgment and decision-making, or challenges with visual and spatial relationships.
- When a primary care physician suspects a neurological cause for cognitive changes.
How to prepare
- Compile a detailed list of all current medications, supplements, and vitamins.
- Bring a family member or close friend who can provide additional perspective on symptom history and progression.
- Prepare a list of symptoms, including when they started and how they have changed.
- Gather past medical records, including results from any previous cognitive tests or brain scans.
- Write down key questions to ask the neurologist about diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
- Be prepared to discuss family history of neurological or psychiatric conditions.
Risks & possible complications
- The diagnostic process itself is low-risk but can be emotionally challenging for the patient and family.
- Some tests, like lumbar puncture (spinal tap) if needed, carry small risks of headache, bleeding, or infection.
- Brain imaging (CT/MRI) is generally safe but may involve exposure to low-dose radiation (CT) or require contrast dye, which carries a slight risk of allergic reaction.
- Potential for anxiety or distress upon receiving a diagnosis of a progressive condition.
- Medications used for symptom management may have side effects like nausea, dizziness, or confusion.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Dementia is a chronic, progressive condition; 'recovery' in the traditional sense is not expected. Management is lifelong.
- The focus is on maintaining function and quality of life for as long as possible through a combination of strategies.
- Post-diagnosis care involves regular follow-up appointments with the neurologist to monitor progression and adjust treatment plans.
- Implementing non-pharmacological interventions is key: cognitive stimulation, structured routines, physical activity, and a safe home environment.
- Caregiver support and education are critical components of ongoing care.
- Advance care planning, including legal and financial arrangements, should be discussed early.
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Typical hospital stay:
Typically outpatient (0 days)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management; no discrete recovery period
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering dementia in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for dementia 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 dementia. 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 dementia compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 165 – USD 551 | Typically outpatient (0 days) | ~ Ongoing management; no discrete recovery period | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 1,229 – USD 4,098 | Typically outpatient (0 days) | ~ Ongoing management; no discrete recovery period | Know More |
Top hospitals for Dementia in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing dementia.
Istanbul, Turkey
150 Doctors
Ayaan Shah, a 68-year-old retired history...
Ayaan Shah, a 68-year-old retired history professor, had always been sharp and articulate. Over the past two years, his wife noticed he was getting lost on familiar drives to the market, struggling to recall recent conversations, and becoming increasingly withdrawn from his weekly book club. He was forgetting the names of his grandchildren. After a primary care visit, he was referred to neurologist Dr. Kapoor. Following cognitive testing and an MRI showing hippocampal atrophy, Dr. Kapoor diagnosed Ayaan with Alzheimer's disease. The treatment experience involved starting a cholinesterase inhibitor and memantine, along with a referral to occupational therapy and a support group. Post-diagnosis, Ayaan and his family felt a painful grief but also a strange relief at having an answer. With medication and a new structured routine, his confusion plateaued for a time. Emotionally, Ayaan moved from fear and frustration to a fragile acceptance. The diagnosis allowed his family to plan, secure his safety, and focus on sharing meaningful moments in the present, finding pockets of joy amidst the loss.