Osteotomy Leg Treatment in Turkey
About Osteotomy Leg
Key Highlights
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Corrects significant leg deformities to improve alignment and gait.Helps prevent future joint damage and early-onset arthritis.Can alleviate chronic pain and improve mobility.Tailored to a child's growing bones for optimal long-term outcomes.Often allows for return to normal physical activities post-recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe bowlegs (genu varum) or knock-knees (genu valgum) not corrected by bracing.
- Blount's disease (tibia vara).
- Rotational deformities (in-toeing or out-toeing) causing functional problems.
- Leg length discrepancies that require angular correction.
- Deformities resulting from metabolic bone diseases (e.g., rickets).
- Malunions from previous fractures that have healed in a poor position.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive orthopedic evaluation with physical exam and detailed imaging (X-rays, possibly CT scan).
- Pre-operative blood tests and a general health check-up to ensure fitness for anesthesia.
- Discussion of the surgical plan, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes with the family.
- Instructions on fasting (no food or drink) for a specified period before surgery.
- Planning for post-operative pain management and support at home.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or in the bone.
- Bleeding, bruising, or blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
- Nerve or blood vessel injury near the surgical area.
- Delayed union or non-union of the bone (bone not healing properly).
- Stiffness of the knee or ankle joint.
- Potential for over-correction or under-correction of the deformity.
- Risks associated with general anesthesia.
- Need for additional surgery (e.g., hardware removal).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay for initial pain control, monitoring, and physical therapy initiation.
- Use of crutches or a walker, with no weight-bearing on the operated leg for several weeks.
- A cast, brace, or external fixator will be used to protect the bone during healing.
- Regular follow-up X-rays to monitor bone healing and alignment.
- Structured physical therapy to restore strength, range of motion, and normal walking pattern.
- Gradual return to activities as guided by the surgeon, often over several months.
- Pain management with prescribed medications as needed.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full recovery and return to sports
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteotomy leg in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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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 osteotomy leg compare across other countries where we have data.
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