Flutter Treatment in Turkey
About Flutter
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive and drug-free method for airway clearance.Helps loosen and mobilize thick, sticky mucus from the lungs.Reduces the frequency of respiratory infections and hospitalizations.Improves lung function and oxygenation, benefiting overall cardiac workload.Portable, handheld device allows for convenient at-home therapy.Can be used independently by patients after proper training./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or chronic bronchitis, especially with cardiac comorbidity.
- Cystic fibrosis for daily mucus clearance.
- Bronchiectasis to prevent mucus plugging and infections.
- Patients with heart failure experiencing pulmonary congestion or difficulty clearing secretions.
- Post-operative patients (e.g., after cardiac or thoracic surgery) to prevent atelectasis.
- Neuromuscular diseases impairing cough effectiveness.
How to prepare
- Consultation with a cardiologist or pulmonologist to determine suitability.
- Receive thorough training from a respiratory therapist on correct technique.
- Ensure the Flutter device is clean and assembled correctly.
- Perform the procedure in a comfortable, upright sitting position.
- It may be helpful to use a bronchodilator medication 15-20 minutes prior, if prescribed.
- Have tissues and a disposal bag nearby for expectorated mucus.
Risks & possible complications
- Generally very low risk. The most common is transient dizziness or lightheadedness from forceful exhalation.
- Incorrect use may cause throat irritation or coughing spasms.
- Rare risk of pneumothorax (collapsed lung) in patients with severe bullous lung disease if used too forcefully.
- Potential for increased shortness of breath if not used as directed.
- Risk of infection if the device is not cleaned properly after each use.
Recovery & hospital stay
- This is a therapeutic procedure, not a surgical one, so there is no 'recovery' in the traditional sense.
- Patients typically use the device 2-4 times daily as part of their long-term management plan.
- Immediate post-use care involves proper cleaning of the device with soapy water.
- Patients should monitor and report the color and volume of mucus to their doctor.
- Regular follow-up with the cardiologist or pulmonologist is essential to assess effectiveness and adjust therapy.
- Integration with other treatments like medications, exercise, and diet is key for comprehensive cardiac and pulmonary health.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
N/A (ongoing therapy)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering flutter in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for flutter 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 flutter. MediFyr helps you compare cardiologists 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 flutter compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Flutter in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiology teams and experience managing patients undergoing flutter.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Ayaan Smith, a 58-year-old high school...
Ayaan Smith, a 58-year-old high school history teacher and father of three, had always been active, coaching his son's soccer team on weekends. Over the past year, he began experiencing episodes of a rapid, irregular heartbeat that felt like a 'fluttering fish' in his chest, accompanied by profound fatigue and shortness of breath climbing the school stairs. These episodes, diagnosed as paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AFib), were becoming more frequent and lasting longer, despite medication. His cardiologist, Dr. Chen, explained that the erratic electrical signals in his heart's upper chambers were increasing his stroke risk. She recommended a catheter ablation procedure, specifically targeting the area with a 'flutter,' to restore a normal rhythm. Ayaan was nervous but desperate to regain his energy for his family and students. The procedure itself was done under sedation; he recalled a strange pressure but no pain. After a night in the hospital for observation, he was home the next day, sore but relieved. In the following weeks, the fluttering sensations ceased. At his three-month check-up, he was in normal sinus rhythm and had weaned off his anti-arrhythmic medication. Emotionally, he moved from a state of constant anxiety, waiting for the next episode to strike, to one of profound gratitude and renewed vitality. He felt like he had been given his life back, able to fully engage in the activities he loved without fear.
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