Hip Replacement Treatment in Turkey
About Hip Replacement
Key Highlights
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Significant and lasting relief from chronic hip pain.Restoration of mobility, range of motion, and function.Improved ability to perform daily activities and enjoy an active lifestyle.High success rate with modern, durable prosthetic materials.Potential for minimally invasive techniques for faster initial recovery.Correction of joint deformity and improved leg alignment./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease) causing pain unresponsive to medication.
- Rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory arthritis damaging the hip joint.
- Osteonecrosis (avascular necrosis) where bone tissue in the femoral head dies.
- Hip fractures, especially in older adults (e.g., femoral neck fracture).
- Congenital hip disorders or dysplasia that lead to early joint deterioration.
- Persistent hip pain that severely limits walking, bending, or sleeping.
- Failure of previous, less invasive surgical treatments.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests, ECG, and imaging (X-rays, MRI).
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop certain blood thinners.
- Begin pre-operative physical therapy to strengthen muscles around the hip.
- Arrange for post-surgery support at home, including help with daily tasks.
- Prepare your living space by removing tripping hazards and setting up a recovery area.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight before surgery).
- Undergo screening for any active infections that need treatment prior to surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or deep within the new joint.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).
- Dislocation of the new hip joint, especially in the early recovery period.
- Leg length discrepancy, though surgeons take measures to minimize this.
- Loosening or wear of the prosthetic components over many years.
- Nerve or blood vessel damage near the surgical site.
- Allergic reaction to the implant materials (rare).
- Anesthesia-related risks.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically involves pain management, IV antibiotics, and beginning physical therapy.
- Use of a walker or crutches initially, progressing to a cane as strength improves.
- Strict adherence to hip precautions (avoiding bending past 90 degrees, crossing legs) for 6-12 weeks to prevent dislocation.
- A structured physical therapy program is crucial to regain strength, flexibility, and gait.
- Wound care instructions to keep the incision clean and dry until fully healed.
- Gradual return to light activities; high-impact sports are usually not recommended.
- Follow-up appointments with the surgeon to monitor healing and implant function.
- Long-term, maintaining a healthy weight and staying active helps prolong the life of the implant.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering hip replacement in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for hip replacement in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, 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 hip replacement. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists 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 hip replacement compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Hip Replacement in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing hip replacement.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Neha Mehta, a 68-year-old retired school...
Neha Mehta, a 68-year-old retired school principal, had always been active, but years of osteoarthritis had taken a severe toll on her right hip. The once-vibrant woman who loved morning walks and gardening found herself confined to her apartment. The pain was a constant, grinding ache that worsened with any movement, and stiffness made simple tasks like putting on socks or getting out of a chair a monumental struggle. Over-the-counter pain relievers offered little relief, and her sleep was constantly interrupted. Her orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Sharma, reviewed her X-rays showing bone-on-bone contact and recommended a total hip replacement. He explained it was the only way to reliably restore her mobility and quality of life. Neha was terrified of surgery but even more afraid of becoming completely dependent. The procedure itself went smoothly. The first days of recovery in the hospital were challenging, with pain and reliance on a walker, but the physical therapists were encouraging. Within six weeks, she was walking with a cane, and by three months, she was back in her garden. The emotional journey was profound. Before, she felt her world was shrinking, filled with frustration and grief for her lost independence. After, she wept tears of joy the first time she walked to the park without pain. The surgery gave her back not just her hip, but her sense of self and her connection to the life she loved.
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