Neuroendocrine Cancer Treatment in Turkey
About Neuroendocrine Cancer
Key Highlights
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Precision targeting of tumors using advanced imaging and navigation systems.Potential for complete tumor removal and symptom relief.Minimally invasive endoscopic techniques may reduce recovery time.Provides definitive tissue diagnosis to guide overall cancer management.Can be combined with other treatments like radiation therapy for optimal outcomes.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of a symptomatic neuroendocrine tumor (e.g., pituitary adenoma, paraganglioma) causing mass effect.
- Tumors leading to hormonal overproduction (e.g., Cushing's disease, acromegaly).li>
- Progressive neurological deficits such as vision loss, headaches, or cranial nerve palsies.
- Tumors showing growth on serial imaging studies.
- Need for a tissue biopsy to confirm diagnosis and molecular profiling.
- Failure or contraindication to medical management (e.g., medication intolerance).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive preoperative evaluation including neurological and endocrinological assessments.
- Advanced imaging (MRI, CT, sometimes PET scans) for precise surgical planning.
- Medication review; some drugs (like blood thinners) may need to be paused.
- Preoperative hormone replacement therapy if needed (e.g., for adrenal insufficiency).
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to the procedure as instructed.
- Discussion of anesthesia risks and obtaining informed consent.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Neurological risks: new or worsened neurological deficits, stroke, or cerebrospinal fluid leak.
- Endocrine risks: new hormone deficiencies (e.g., diabetes insipidus, hypothyroidism).
- Risk of incomplete tumor resection or recurrence.
- Damage to surrounding critical structures like optic nerves or carotid arteries.
- Potential for postoperative seizures or meningitis.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring in a neurosurgical intensive care unit (ICU) for 1-2 days.
- Management of pain, nausea, and monitoring for neurological changes.
- Assessment of hormone levels and initiation of replacement therapy if necessary.
- Gradual mobilization with assistance from physical therapists.
- Follow-up imaging (MRI) to evaluate the extent of resection.
- Long-term follow-up with endocrinology and oncology for ongoing management and surveillance.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-8 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering neuroendocrine cancer in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for neuroendocrine cancer 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 neuroendocrine cancer. 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 neuroendocrine cancer compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Neuroendocrine Cancer in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing neuroendocrine cancer.
Istanbul, Turkey
38 Doctors
Angel Reddy, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Angel Reddy, a 42-year-old software engineer and father of two young children, had always been active and health-conscious. For over a year, he battled unexplained episodes of severe flushing, drenching night sweats, and palpitations that his GP initially attributed to anxiety. When he began experiencing persistent headaches and blurred vision, an MRI revealed a small, well-defined tumor in his pituitary gland, suspected to be a pituitary adenoma, a type of neuroendocrine tumor. His endocrinologist and neurosurgeon, Dr. Evans, recommended a transsphenoidal endoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive procedure through the nose, to remove the tumor and alleviate the hormonal havoc it was causing. Angel was terrified of brain surgery but clung to the hope of ending his debilitating symptoms. The surgery lasted four hours and was successful in achieving a gross total resection. Recovery in the hospital was challenging with nasal packing and fatigue, but within days, his flushing and sweats ceased. Six months post-op, with hormone levels normalized and follow-up scans clear, Angel is back coaching his son's soccer team. His emotional journey swung from fear of the unknown and guilt over being an 'unwell' parent to profound relief and a renewed appreciation for his health and family.
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