Osteotomy Femur Treatment in Turkey
About Osteotomy Femur
Key Highlights
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Corrects leg alignment and improves joint mechanics.Can relieve chronic pain from conditions like osteoarthritis.May delay or prevent the need for a total knee or hip replacement.Improves mobility, gait, and overall function of the leg.Offers a joint-preserving surgical option for younger, active patients.
Who is this surgery for?
- Osteoarthritis of the knee or hip, particularly when wear is confined to one compartment.
- Congenital or developmental deformities like bowleg (varus) or knock-knee (valgus).
- Malunion (improper healing) of a previous femur fracture.
- Osteonecrosis (avascular necrosis) of the femoral head.
- Certain cases of hip dysplasia or instability.
- To correct angular deformities and improve limb length equality.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation and review of medical history.
- Detailed imaging studies, including X-rays and possibly CT scans, for surgical planning.
- Pre-operative blood tests, ECG, and other assessments as needed.
- Discussion of medications; may need to stop blood thinners or NSAIDs.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before surgery as instructed.
- Arranging for post-operative assistance and transportation home.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or in the bone.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).
- Nerve or blood vessel damage near the surgical area.
- Delayed union or non-union (bone fails to heal properly).
- Hardware irritation, failure, or need for future removal.
- Persistent pain, stiffness, or incomplete correction of the deformity.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay for monitoring, pain management, and initial physical therapy.
- Use of crutches or a walker for several weeks to avoid bearing full weight on the leg.
- A structured physical therapy program is crucial to regain strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
- Regular follow-up appointments to monitor healing via X-rays.
- Gradual return to normal activities as guided by the surgeon; full recovery and bone healing can take several months.
- Wound care instructions to keep the incision clean and dry.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for full bone healing and functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteotomy femur in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for osteotomy femur in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 osteotomy femur. 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
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Top hospitals for Osteotomy Femur in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing osteotomy femur.
Instabul, Turkey
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Angel Malhotra, a 28-year-old professional dancer...
Angel Malhotra, a 28-year-old professional dancer and dance instructor, had been living with a dull, persistent ache in her right hip for over five years. The pain had gradually worsened, becoming sharp and debilitating during rehearsals and limiting her range of motion. She was diagnosed with hip dysplasia, a condition where her hip socket didn't fully cover the ball of her femur, leading to early arthritis. Her orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Vance, explained that a periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) to reorient her hip socket would be ideal, but due to the specific geometry of her deformity, a femoral osteotomy was the safer, more effective first step to realign the joint and relieve pressure. Terrified of losing her career, Angel underwent the surgery. The immediate post-op period was grueling, weeks on crutches, intense physical therapy, and confronting the fear she might never dance the same way again. However, after six months of dedicated rehab, the deep joint pain was gone. At nine months, she returned to teaching modified classes, and by a year, she was dancing again, pain-free. Her emotional journey was one of profound fear transforming into immense gratitude; she regained not just mobility, but her identity and passion.
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