Freys Procedure Treatment in Turkey
About Freys Procedure
Key Highlights
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Provides effective and long-lasting relief from chronic pancreatic pain.Preserves more pancreatic tissue and function compared to a full Whipple procedure.Addresses both ductal obstruction and inflammation in the pancreatic head.Can improve the patient's quality of life and nutritional status.Considered a definitive surgical treatment for a specific subset of chronic pancreatitis cases.
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic pancreatitis with persistent, severe abdominal pain unresponsive to medical management.
- Enlargement of the head of the pancreas (inflammatory mass).
- Dilated pancreatic duct (greater than 7mm) suitable for drainage.
- Patients who are not candidates for or wish to avoid a total pancreatectomy.
- Suspicion of or need to rule out malignancy in the pancreatic head.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including CT scan, MRI/MRCP, and endoscopic ultrasound.
- Complete blood tests, pancreatic function tests, and nutritional assessment.
- Optimization of blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.
- Cessation of smoking and alcohol consumption well in advance of surgery.
- Pre-operative counseling regarding the procedure, risks, and recovery expectations.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to the surgery as instructed.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: bleeding, infection, blood clots, and anesthesia complications.
- Pancreatic-specific risks: pancreatic fistula (leakage), delayed gastric emptying.
- Potential for new-onset or worsening of diabetes mellitus.
- Risk of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency requiring enzyme supplementation.
- Injury to nearby structures like bile ducts or blood vessels.
- Possibility of recurrent pain or need for further intervention.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring, pain management, and gradual resumption of diet.
- Drains may be placed near the surgical site and removed before discharge.
- Pain is managed with medications, transitioning from IV to oral forms.
- A gradual dietary progression from liquids to solid, low-fat meals is essential.
- Patients are advised to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for several weeks.
- Regular follow-up visits are crucial to monitor pain relief, pancreatic function, and nutritional status.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering freys procedure in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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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
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