Kyphosis Correction Treatment in Turkey
About Kyphosis Correction
Key Highlights
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Significantly improves posture and spinal alignment.Alleviates chronic back pain and discomfort.Enhances lung capacity and breathing function.Prevents progression of the spinal deformity.Can improve neurological function if nerve compression is present.Leads to a better overall cosmetic appearance and self-confidence./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe, progressive kyphosis causing significant pain unresponsive to conservative treatment.
- Kyphosis leading to breathing difficulties or reduced lung capacity.
- Neurological deficits, such as weakness, numbness, or tingling in the limbs.
- Cosmetically unacceptable deformity impacting quality of life.
- Congenital kyphosis or kyphosis due to Scheuermann's disease.
- Post-traumatic or post-surgical kyphosis.
- Kyphosis from vertebral fractures, often due to osteoporosis or tumors.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation including physical exam and detailed patient history.
- Advanced imaging studies like full-spine X-rays, CT scans, or MRI to assess spinal curvature and structures.
- Pre-operative pulmonary function tests if breathing is compromised.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised by the surgeon.
- Pre-operative nutritional optimization and smoking cessation.
- Planning for post-surgery assistance at home and necessary medical equipment.
- Pre-operative education about the procedure, risks, and recovery expectations.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Infection, bleeding, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Nerve or spinal cord injury, potentially leading to weakness, paralysis, or loss of sensation.
- Failure of the bone to fuse (pseudarthrosis).
- Hardware complications like breakage, loosening, or discomfort from implants.
- Adjacent segment disease (problems in spinal levels above or below the fusion).
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).
- Persistent pain or incomplete correction of the deformity.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically lasts 4 to 7 days for monitoring, pain management, and initial mobilization.
- Patients are encouraged to walk with assistance soon after surgery to promote healing.
- Wearing a back brace may be required for several months to support the spine.
- Physical therapy is crucial and usually begins after 6-12 weeks to rebuild strength and flexibility.
- Avoid bending, lifting, and twisting for the first 3-6 months.
- Gradual return to light activities over 3-6 months; full recovery and fusion can take 6-12 months or longer.
- Regular follow-up appointments and imaging are needed to monitor healing and fusion progress.
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Typical hospital stay:
4-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full recovery and fusion
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering kyphosis correction in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for kyphosis correction 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 kyphosis correction. 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 kyphosis correction compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Kyphosis Correction in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing kyphosis correction.
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