Pediatric Heart Transplant Treatment in Turkey – Best Hospitals & Doctors

Learn about Pediatric Heart Transplant Treatment in Turkey — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Pediatric Heart Transplant and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

Partner Hospitals

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Specialist Doctors

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Treatment Cost

USD 120,788 – USD 281,838

About Pediatric Heart Transplant

A pediatric heart transplant is a life-saving surgical procedure performed by a pediatric cardiac surgeon to replace a child's severely diseased or failing heart with a healthy donor heart. This complex operation is considered when all other medical and surgical treatments have been exhausted for conditions like congenital heart defects, cardiomyopathy, or end-stage heart failure. The procedure involves meticulously connecting the new heart to the child's major blood vessels and ensuring proper function. Following the transplant, lifelong immunosuppressive medication is required to prevent organ rejection. This intervention offers children a chance at a significantly improved quality of life and long-term survival, though it requires a dedicated, multidisciplinary team for pre-operative evaluation, surgery, and lifelong post-operative care.

Key Highlights

Offers a definitive treatment for end-stage heart failure in children.Can significantly improve quality of life, energy levels, and growth.Provides a chance for long-term survival where other treatments have failed.Performed by highly specialized pediatric cardiac surgery teams.Involves comprehensive, lifelong follow-up care for optimal outcomes.

Who is this surgery for?

End-stage heart failure due to dilated or restrictive cardiomyopathy.
Complex congenital heart defects that are inoperable or have failed previous surgeries.
Irreversible damage from myocarditis (heart muscle inflammation).
Failed previous heart transplant (re-transplantation).
Certain life-threatening cardiac tumors or arrhythmias unresponsive to therapy.

How to prepare

Comprehensive evaluation by a transplant team including cardiologists, surgeons, social workers, and dietitians.
Extensive blood tests, imaging (echocardiogram, MRI), and heart catheterization to assess severity.
Listing on the national organ transplant registry after approval.
Management of current heart failure symptoms with medications and possibly mechanical support.
Psychological and social assessment of the child and family to ensure readiness for the transplant journey.
Pre-operative vaccinations and infection screening.

Risks & possible complications

Organ rejection, requiring vigilant monitoring and lifelong immunosuppressant drugs.
Infection due to suppressed immune system from anti-rejection medications.
Side effects of immunosuppressants, including kidney damage, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
Coronary artery disease in the new heart (cardiac allograft vasculopathy).
Surgical risks such as bleeding, blood clots, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
Increased long-term risk of certain cancers (lymphoma, skin cancer).

Recovery & hospital stay

Initial recovery in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for close monitoring of heart function and vital signs.
Gradual weaning from ventilator support and initiation of immunosuppressive therapy.
Transfer to a specialized transplant ward for continued rehabilitation and education.
Family training on medication schedules, signs of rejection/infection, and wound care.
Frequent follow-up visits for biopsies, blood tests, and imaging to monitor for rejection.
Lifelong commitment to medications, a heart-healthy lifestyle, and regular medical check-ups.

Typical hospital stay: 30-60 days
Expected recovery time: 6-12 months for initial recovery; lifelong management required

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering pediatric heart transplant in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

＋ − Which hospitals are best for pediatric heart transplant in Turkey?

Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric cardiac surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.

＋ − How do I choose the right doctor for pediatric heart transplant?

Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pediatric heart transplant. MediFyr helps you compare pediatric cardiac surgeons and book consultations online.

＋ − What factors affect the cost of pediatric heart transplant?

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.

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Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pediatric heart transplant compare across other countries where we have data.

Country	Estimated cost range	Typical stay	Recovery time	View details
India	USD 16,315 – USD 38,069	30-60 days	~ 6-12 months for initial recovery; lifelong management required	Know More
Turkey	USD 120,788 – USD 281,838	30-60 days	~ 6-12 months for initial recovery; lifelong management required	Know More

PATIENT REVIEW

As a follow-up patient for over...

As a follow-up patient for over five years, I’ve seen Dr. Coelho evolve but never lose his personal touch. He remembers small details about my life and always asks how school is going, it feels like visiting family, not just a doctor.