Epilepsy Management Treatment in Turkey
About Epilepsy Management
Key Highlights
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Personalized treatment plan tailored to the specific type of epilepsy and patient's lifestyle.Aims for complete seizure control to enhance safety, independence, and quality of life.Involves a multi-modal approach, including medication, lifestyle modifications, and advanced therapies.Continuous monitoring and adjustment of treatment by a specialist to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects.Provides education and support for patients and families to better manage the condition long-term.
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of epilepsy or recurrent, unprovoked seizures.
- Poorly controlled seizures despite initial medication trials.
- Experiencing significant side effects from current anti-seizure medications.
- Evaluation for drug-resistant epilepsy (failure of two tolerated, appropriately chosen ASMs).
- Need for pre-surgical evaluation to identify a focal point for potential resection.
- Management of epilepsy in special populations (women of childbearing age, elderly).
- Initiation or management of adjunctive therapies like the ketogenic diet or neurostimulation devices.
How to prepare
- Compile a detailed seizure diary documenting frequency, type, duration, and potential triggers.
- Bring all current medications and a full medical history to the consultation.
- For diagnostic tests, you may be asked to reduce sleep beforehand for an EEG.
- Disclose any allergies, other medical conditions, and if pregnant or planning pregnancy.
- For advanced evaluations (like Video-EEG monitoring), prepare for a several-day hospital stay.
- Arrange for someone to accompany you to appointments, especially if seizures affect driving.
Risks & possible complications
- Medication-related side effects (drowsiness, dizziness, cognitive issues, rash, or weight changes).
- Potential for drug interactions with other medications.
- Rare but serious risks like Stevens-Johnson syndrome or liver toxicity from specific ASMs.
- Risks associated with surgical evaluation or intervention (infection, bleeding, neurological deficits).
- Possible ineffectiveness of treatment, leading to continued seizures (breakthrough seizures).
- Psychological impacts, including depression or anxiety related to the chronic condition.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is an ongoing process focused on achieving stability. There is no single 'post-procedure' period.
- After medication initiation or change, close monitoring for efficacy and side effects is required for weeks to months.
- Follow-up appointments are scheduled regularly (every 3-6 months initially) to assess control.
- Patients are advised to maintain a regular sleep schedule, avoid known seizure triggers, and take medications exactly as prescribed.
- For those undergoing epilepsy surgery or device implantation, a specific post-operative recovery plan will be provided, involving rest and gradual return to activities.
- Long-term management includes consistent medication adherence, lifestyle adjustments, and regular neurological check-ups.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (for consultation) to 7-10 days (for Video-EEG monitoring or surgery)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management; medication adjustment effects seen in weeks, surgical recovery may take 4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering epilepsy management in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for epilepsy management in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, 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 epilepsy management. 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 epilepsy management compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 54 – USD 1,632 | 0 days (for consultation) to 7-10 days (for Video-EEG monitoring or surgery) | ~ Ongoing management; medication adjustment effects seen in weeks, surgical recovery may take 4-6 weeks | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 403 – USD 12,079 | 0 days (for consultation) to 7-10 days (for Video-EEG monitoring or surgery) | ~ Ongoing management; medication adjustment effects seen in weeks, surgical recovery may take 4-6 weeks | Know More |
Top hospitals for Epilepsy Management in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing epilepsy management.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
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