Meningocele Treatment in Turkey
About Meningocele
Key Highlights
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Prevents life-threatening infections like meningitis by closing the defect.Protects the spinal cord and nerves from direct trauma and injury.Aims to preserve existing neurological function and prevent further loss.Corrects the visible sac, improving physical appearance and skin integrity.Often performed in early infancy to optimize long-term developmental outcomes.
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of a meningocele (a sac containing meninges and cerebrospinal fluid, but not neural tissue).
- Presence of the sac at birth, typically in the lumbar or sacral spine.
- To prevent cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage and subsequent infection.
- To protect the underlying neural structures from environmental exposure and trauma.
- As part of the standard management for spina bifida aperta (open spina bifida).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive prenatal and postnatal imaging (ultrasound, MRI) to assess the defect's size and location.
- A full neurological examination to establish a baseline of motor and sensory function.
- Consultations with a multidisciplinary team including neonatologists, neurologists, and genetic counselors.
- Pre-operative blood tests and assessments to ensure the infant is stable for anesthesia and surgery.
- Administration of prophylactic antibiotics to reduce infection risk prior to incision.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection, including meningitis or wound infection.
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage from the surgical site.
- Injury to neural structures during repair, potentially causing weakness or sensory changes.
- Hydrocephalus (build-up of CSF in the brain), which may require a separate shunt procedure.
- Wound healing problems or breakdown.
- Anesthesia-related risks.
- Development of a tethered spinal cord later in life, requiring additional surgery.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for close monitoring of vital signs and neurological status.
- The infant is positioned to avoid pressure on the surgical site, often on the stomach or side.
- Monitoring for signs of infection, CSF leak, or increased intracranial pressure.
- Pain management with appropriate medications.
- Gradual initiation of feeding as tolerated.
- Parents are educated on wound care and signs of complications before discharge.
- Long-term follow-up with neurosurgery, neurology, and physical therapy is essential to monitor development, bladder/bowel function, and for early detection of complications like tethered cord.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
Initial healing: 2-3 weeks; Full recovery and monitoring is a lifelong process
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering meningocele in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for meningocele 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 meningocele. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons 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 meningocele compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 1,632 – USD 4,351 | 7-14 days | ~ Initial healing: 2-3 weeks; Full recovery and monitoring is a lifelong process | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 12,079 – USD 32,210 | 7-14 days | ~ Initial healing: 2-3 weeks; Full recovery and monitoring is a lifelong process | Know More |
Top hospitals for Meningocele in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing meningocele.
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