Intussusception Repair Treatment in Turkey
About Intussusception Repair
Key Highlights
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Addresses a potentially life-threatening intestinal obstruction.Primary goal is to restore normal intestinal anatomy and blood flow.Can prevent bowel necrosis, perforation, and severe infection (peritonitis).May be performed using minimally invasive (laparoscopic) techniques in suitable cases.Often resolves the condition definitively, especially in pediatric cases.
Who is this surgery for?
- Failure of non-surgical reduction via air or liquid enema.
- Signs of bowel perforation or peritonitis (severe abdominal infection).
- Clinical evidence of intestinal ischemia or necrosis (tissue death).
- Recurrent intussusception after successful non-surgical reduction.
- Intussusception in adults, which often has a lead point (like a tumor) requiring surgical evaluation.
- Shock or severe illness making the patient unstable for enema procedures.
How to prepare
- Emergency stabilization, including intravenous (IV) fluids and antibiotics.
- Nasogastric tube insertion to decompress the stomach.
- Pre-operative blood tests, imaging (like ultrasound or CT scan), and consent process.
- Administration of general anesthesia.
- In non-emergency adult cases, bowel preparation may be considered.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, infection, or reaction to anesthesia.
- Injury to nearby organs or structures.
- Leakage from the intestinal anastomosis (reconnection site).
- Formation of adhesions (scar tissue) causing future bowel obstruction.
- Recurrence of intussusception, though less common after surgery.
- In adults, risks related to the underlying cause (e.g., malignancy).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the hospital with pain management and IV fluids.
- Gradual introduction of liquids and then solid foods as bowel function returns.
- Monitoring for signs of complications like fever, abdominal distension, or redness at the incision site.
- Incision care instructions to keep the area clean and dry.
- Activity restrictions, avoiding heavy lifting for several weeks to allow healing.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing and overall recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering intussusception repair in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for intussusception repair in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 intussusception repair. MediFyr helps you compare general 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 intussusception repair compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Intussusception Repair in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated general surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing intussusception repair.
Instabul, Turkey
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Reyansh Reddy is a 9-month-old boy,...
Reyansh Reddy is a 9-month-old boy, the first child of young parents who recently immigrated from India. He was a happy, healthy baby until three days ago when he began having episodes of intense, inconsolable crying, drawing his knees to his chest. Between episodes, he was lethargic. His parents noticed his stools had become red and jelly-like. Terrified, they rushed him to the Emergency Department. An abdominal ultrasound confirmed the diagnosis: ileocolic intussusception. The pediatric surgeon, Dr. Lee, explained that a segment of Reyansh's intestine had telescoped into another, causing a blockage. She recommended an air enema reduction first, a non-surgical procedure to try to push the intestine back into place. Unfortunately, it was unsuccessful. Dr. Lee then explained that Reyansh needed an immediate laparoscopic intussusception repair to manually reduce the intussusception and, if necessary, remove any non-viable bowel. The surgery, lasting about two hours, was successful laparoscopically; the intestine was reduced and was healthy, so no resection was needed. Post-op, Reyansh spent a night in the PICU for monitoring. Within 48 hours, he was taking fluids and his cheerful demeanor returned. His parents' journey was one of sheer panic and helplessness, followed by immense relief and gratitude. They felt a deep trust in the medical team who guided them through the crisis in their new country.
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