Fibula Strut Grafting Treatment in Turkey
About Fibula Strut Grafting
Key Highlights
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Provides excellent structural support and load-bearing capacity due to the inherent strength of the fibula bone.Uses the patient's own tissue (autograft), eliminating risks of disease transmission or graft rejection.Promotes robust bone healing and fusion (osteogenesis) as it contains living bone cells.Ideal for reconstructing large segmental bone defects where other grafts may be insufficient.Can restore spinal alignment and stability in complex cervical spine surgeries.
Who is this surgery for?
- Complex multi-level cervical spinal fusion (e.g., for severe spondylosis, deformity).
- Revision spinal surgery following a failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis).
- Reconstruction after surgical removal (resection) of spinal tumors or infections.
- Treatment of significant traumatic bone loss in long bones (e.g., tibia, femur).
- Management of large segmental bone defects not amenable to standard bone grafting.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation, including imaging (CT scan, MRI) to assess the bone defect and plan surgery.
- Pre-operative blood tests and cardiac clearance to ensure fitness for anesthesia.
- Discussion of medications; patients may need to stop blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) days before surgery.
- Pre-operative planning for the fibula harvest site, including vascular assessment of the lower leg.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to the procedure as per anesthesia guidelines.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, blood clots (DVT/PE), and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Graft site complications: pain, numbness, weakness, or instability at the fibula harvest site.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury near the surgical site, potentially causing weakness or sensory changes.
- Graft-related issues: failure to incorporate (non-union), graft fracture, or resorption.
- Persistent pain at either the primary surgical site or the donor site.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for pain management, monitoring, and mobilization with assistance.
- Wearing a cervical collar or brace for several weeks to months to protect the spinal fusion.
- Gradual, supervised physical therapy to restore strength, flexibility, and proper movement patterns.
- Strict avoidance of heavy lifting, twisting, or strenuous activity for a prescribed period.
- Regular follow-up visits and imaging (X-rays, CT) to monitor bone healing and graft integration.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for initial healing; up to 12 months for full bone fusion and activity return
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering fibula strut grafting in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for fibula strut grafting in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 fibula strut grafting. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists 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 fibula strut grafting compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 2,753 – USD 6,607 | 3-7 days | ~ 3-6 months for initial healing; up to 12 months for full bone fusion and activity return | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 20,489 – USD 49,174 | 3-7 days | ~ 3-6 months for initial healing; up to 12 months for full bone fusion and activity return | Know More |
Top hospitals for Fibula Strut Grafting in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing fibula strut grafting.
Instabul, Turkey
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Robert Malhotra, a 58-year-old construction foreman,...
Robert Malhotra, a 58-year-old construction foreman, had always been physically active. For the past two years, he endured a persistent, deep ache in his left ankle that worsened with every step. An old fracture from his youth had never healed properly, leading to severe arthritis and a collapsed talus bone. Walking became a painful chore, and he feared losing his livelihood. His orthopedic surgeon explained that a fusion was necessary to eliminate the pain, but the bone loss was too significant. The doctor recommended a fibula strut graft, using a segment of Robert's own fibula to act as a biological 'internal brace' to support the fusion and rebuild the lost bone. Robert was anxious about a second surgical site on his leg but trusted the plan. The surgery was long but successful. His recovery required 12 weeks of strict non-weight-bearing, which was frustrating for the independent man. However, by six months, the fusion was solid. The constant, grinding pain was gone. Robert felt a profound relief and gratitude. He traded the flexibility of his ankle for pain-free stability, allowing him to return to light supervisory work and play with his grandchildren without wincing. The emotional journey was from fear of disability to acceptance and a renewed sense of capability.
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