Heart Port Surgery Treatment in Turkey
About Heart Port Surgery
Key Highlights
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Minimally Invasive: Uses small incisions (ports) instead of a large chest opening, reducing physical trauma.Reduced Pain & Scarring: Results in significantly less post-operative pain and minimal, cosmetically better scars.Shorter Hospital Stay: Patients typically leave the hospital faster than after traditional open-heart surgery.listrongQuicker Recovery:/strong Enables a faster return to daily activities and work due to less bone and tissue disruption./lilistrongLower Risk of Infection & Bleeding:/strong Smaller incisions generally lead to reduced blood loss and lower risk of sternal wound infections./lilistrongPrecision Surgery:/strong Utilizes high-definition video assistance for excellent visualization and surgical accuracy./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Coronary Artery Disease requiring bypass grafting (Multi-vessel or single-vessel CABG).
- Mitral Valve disorders such as regurgitation or stenosis requiring repair or replacement.
- Tricuspid Valve repair or replacement.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) or Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) closure.
- Removal of certain cardiac tumors (e.g., atrial myxoma).
- Selected cases of atrial fibrillation surgery (Maze procedure).
- Patients for whom a traditional sternotomy poses a higher risk, such as those with diabetes or osteoporosis.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive pre-operative evaluation including blood tests, ECG, echocardiogram, and often a coronary angiogram.
- Cardiac and anesthesia clearance to assess fitness for surgery.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners like aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the cardiologist and surgeon.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the scheduled surgery time.
- Pre-operative shower with antiseptic soap to minimize skin bacteria.
- Discussion of the procedure, risks, benefits, and anesthesia with the surgical team, followed by informed consent.
- Arranging for support and leave from work for the recovery period.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Bleeding, infection, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Cardiac-specific risks: Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), heart attack, or stroke.
- Procedure-related risks: Injury to surrounding structures (lungs, blood vessels, nerves), conversion to open surgery if complications arise.
- Port/incision issues: Pain, numbness, or rarely, herniation at the port sites.
- Blood clot formation (deep vein thrombosis) which can lead to pulmonary embolism.
- Respiratory complications like pneumonia or pleural effusion (fluid around the lung).
- Renal (kidney) dysfunction, especially in patients with pre-existing conditions.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate Post-Op: Monitoring in the ICU for 1-2 days, with pain management and breathing exercises to prevent lung complications.
- Hospital Stay: Typically 3-5 days, focusing on mobilizing, managing pain, and ensuring stable heart function.
- At-Home Care: Incision sites must be kept clean and dry. Patients should avoid heavy lifting (more than 5-10 kgs) and strenuous activities for 4-6 weeks.
- Activity Graduation: Light walking is encouraged soon after discharge, gradually increasing activity as tolerated.
- Follow-up: Regular appointments with the cardiac surgeon and cardiologist to monitor recovery and heart function.
- Cardiac Rehabilitation: A structured program of exercise and education is often recommended to optimize long-term heart health.
- Medication: Adherence to prescribed medications (e.g., blood thinners, heart rate controllers) is crucial.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for routine activities; 2-3 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering heart port surgery in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for heart port surgery 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 heart port surgery. MediFyr helps you compare cardiac 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 heart port surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Heart Port Surgery in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing heart port surgery.
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Sarah Mehta, a 58-year-old high school principal, had always been the picture of health and energy. For months, she dismissed her increasing fatigue and shortness of breath as stress from work. When she began experiencing a persistent, fluttering sensation in her chest and dizziness while climbing stairs, her husband insisted she see a doctor. An echocardiogram revealed severe mitral valve regurgitation; a leaky valve was forcing her heart to work inefficiently. Her cardiologist, Dr. Rao, explained that her valve needed repair. He recommended minimally invasive heart port surgery, describing it as an alternative to traditional open-heart surgery with smaller incisions and a faster recovery. Terrified of a major operation, Sarah was deeply anxious but clung to the hope of returning to her students. The surgery, performed through three small ports, was successful. Her hospital stay was only four days. After six weeks of careful recovery at home, her energy returned dramatically. The constant chest flutter was gone. Emotionally, she moved from fear and a sense of vulnerability to profound relief and gratitude. She felt she had been given her life back, returning to work with a renewed appreciation for her health and a commitment to balance.
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