Displaced Bone in Neck Treatment in Turkey
About Displaced Bone in Neck
Key Highlights
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Specialized care tailored to a child's growing spine and anatomy.Focus on precise realignment to protect the spinal cord and nerves.Utilization of advanced imaging for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.Goal of restoring long-term spinal stability and function.Multidisciplinary approach often involving neurosurgery and rehabilitation.
Who is this surgery for?
- Unstable cervical spine fracture (e.g., from a fall, sports injury, or motor vehicle accident).
- Cervical spine dislocation with or without neurological symptoms.
- Failure of non-surgical management (like bracing) to maintain alignment.
- Progressive neurological deficit due to spinal cord or nerve root compression.
- Significant spinal deformity that threatens future growth and function.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including detailed neurological exam and advanced imaging (CT, MRI).
- Strict spinal immobilization using a cervical collar or halo device to prevent further injury.
- Pre-operative medical clearance, especially if other injuries are present.
- Discussion of the procedure, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes with the child's family.
- Fasting as instructed by the medical team prior to any surgical intervention.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site.
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Nerve injury or worsening of neurological function.
- Failure of hardware (plates, screws) or bone graft.
- Non-union (bone fails to heal) or malunion (bone heals in poor position).
- Adjacent segment disease or future stiffness in the neck.
- Reactions to anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring, pain management, and neurological checks.
- Wearing a rigid cervical collar or brace for several weeks to months to support healing.
- Gradual, supervised return to activity under guidance of the care team.
- Physical therapy to restore neck strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
- Regular follow-up visits with X-rays or scans to monitor healing and alignment.
- Long-term avoidance of high-impact activities until fully cleared by the surgeon.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering displaced bone in neck in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric orthopedics 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 displaced bone in neck compare across other countries where we have data.
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