Halo Pelvic Traction Treatment in Turkey
About Halo Pelvic Traction
Key Highlights
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Provides powerful, gradual correction for severe spinal curves unresponsive to bracing.Can improve vital lung capacity and respiratory function by expanding the chest cavity.Often used as a preparatory stage to make final spinal fusion surgery safer and more effective.Allows for adjustment and monitoring of correction over time in a controlled setting.Aims to prevent progression of deformity and improve long-term posture and mobility.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe, progressive idiopathic or congenital scoliosis (often curves greater than 70-90 degrees).
- Significant kyphosis (excessive forward rounding of the back) from conditions like Scheuermann's disease.
- Spinal deformities causing restrictive lung disease and impaired breathing.
- Complex spinal deformities associated with syndromes or neuromuscular diseases.
- Preparation for spinal fusion surgery to reduce curve magnitude and improve surgical alignment.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including full spine X-rays, CT scans, and MRI to assess bone and nerve structures.
- Pulmonary function tests to evaluate breathing capacity.
- Detailed neurological examination to establish a baseline.
- Pre-operative counseling for the patient and family about the long-term process and care requirements.
- Planning for the procedure under general anesthesia in a hospital setting.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the pin insertion sites in the skull or pelvis.
- Nerve injury, potentially causing numbness, weakness, or paralysis.
- Pin loosening, migration, or discomfort requiring adjustment.
- Development of pressure sores under the halo vest or ring.
- Difficulty with swallowing or speech due to the halo apparatus.
- Non-union or failure of the spine to correct adequately.
- Deep vein thrombosis (blood clots) from prolonged reduced mobility.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for apparatus application, pain management, and adjustment.
- Gradual increase of traction force over weeks/months, often as an inpatient.
- Meticulous daily pin site care to prevent infection is essential.
- Physical and occupational therapy to maintain muscle strength and adapt to daily activities with the apparatus.
- Regular follow-up X-rays to monitor spinal correction and apparatus integrity.
- After sufficient correction, the patient typically undergoes definitive spinal fusion surgery.
- Long-term follow-up is required to monitor spinal stability and growth.
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Typical hospital stay:
Several weeks to months (as an inpatient for traction phase)
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months (full recovery including subsequent fusion surgery)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering halo pelvic traction in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for halo pelvic traction 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 halo pelvic traction. MediFyr helps you compare spine surgeons 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 halo pelvic traction compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 3,807 – USD 8,701 | Several weeks to months (as an inpatient for traction phase) | ~ 6-12 months (full recovery including subsequent fusion surgery) | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 28,184 – USD 64,420 | Several weeks to months (as an inpatient for traction phase) | ~ 6-12 months (full recovery including subsequent fusion surgery) | Know More |
Top hospitals for Halo Pelvic Traction in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing halo pelvic traction.
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