Glioblastoma Treatment in Turkey
About Glioblastoma
Key Highlights
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Maximal safe tumor resection to improve survival outcomes.Utilization of advanced intraoperative imaging (e.g., MRI) for precision.Immediate relief from symptoms caused by tumor pressure (mass effect).liCritical first step enabling effective adjuvant therapies like radiation and chemotherapy.Potential for molecular and genetic analysis of tumor tissue to guide targeted treatments.
Who is this surgery for?
- Newly diagnosed glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) confirmed by imaging and biopsy.
- Recurrent glioblastoma where re-resection is feasible.
- Significant neurological symptoms such as seizures, severe headaches, weakness, or speech difficulties due to tumor mass effect.
- Need to obtain tissue for definitive histopathological diagnosis and molecular profiling.
- As part of a planned multimodal treatment strategy including radiation and temozolomide chemotherapy.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive neurological examination and review of MRI or CT scans to map the tumor's location.
- Pre-operative counseling to discuss goals, risks, and the overall treatment plan.
- Possible pre-surgical functional MRI (fMRI) or diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) to map critical brain areas.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to surgery as per anesthesia guidelines.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) under doctor's guidance.
- Hair shaving at the surgical site in the operating room.
Risks & possible complications
- Standard surgical risks: infection, bleeding (hematoma), and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Neurological deficits: potential for new or worsened weakness, sensory loss, speech difficulties (aphasia), or vision problems.
- Brain swelling (edema) requiring medication management.
- Seizures during or after the procedure.
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak.
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism.
- Incomplete tumor resection due to involvement of eloquent brain areas.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring in an intensive care unit (ICU) or high-dependency unit for 1-2 days.
- Management of pain, swelling, and prevention of seizures with medications.
- Gradual mobilization with assistance from physiotherapists.
- Close observation for any signs of neurological change or infection.
- Stitches or staples are typically removed 10-14 days post-surgery.
- Initiating adjuvant radiation therapy and chemotherapy (temozolomide) usually begins a few weeks after surgery, once healed.
- Long-term follow-up with regular MRI scans to monitor for recurrence.
- Possible referral to speech, physical, or occupational therapy for rehabilitation.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for initial healing; ongoing recovery and adjuvant therapy continue for months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering glioblastoma in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for glioblastoma in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, 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 glioblastoma. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons 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 glioblastoma compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 3,854 – USD 13,214 | 5-10 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial healing; ongoing recovery and adjuvant therapy continue for months | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 28,685 – USD 98,347 | 5-10 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial healing; ongoing recovery and adjuvant therapy continue for months | Know More |
Top hospitals for Glioblastoma in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing glioblastoma.
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Rohan Das, a 58-year-old architect known...
Rohan Das, a 58-year-old architect known for his meticulous designs, began experiencing subtle changes. He'd forget client meetings mid-conversation and struggled with spatial calculations that were once second nature. A persistent, dull headache settled behind his right eye. An MRI revealed the culprit: a 4cm glioblastoma in his left temporal lobe, threatening the areas controlling speech and memory. His neurosurgeon, Dr. Evans, recommended an awake craniotomy to maximize tumor removal while preserving his language function. During the procedure, Rohan was asked to name objects and describe pictures, ensuring critical pathways remained intact. The surgery successfully removed over 95% of the tumor. Recovery was arduous; he faced temporary word-finding difficulties and fatigue during concurrent radiation. Emotionally, Rohan grappled with the fragility of his brilliant mind. Post-surgery, as his speech returned, he felt a profound gratitude for each clear thought. He channeled his experience into designing a healing garden for the hospital's neurosurgery ward, finding new purpose.
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