PEG Tube Placement Treatment in Turkey
About PEG Tube Placement
Key Highlights
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Provides reliable long-term nutritional support and hydration.Minimally invasive procedure performed under sedation.Reduces the risk of aspiration pneumonia compared to nasal tubes.More comfortable and discreet than nasogastric (NG) tubes.Allows for administration of essential medications directly to the stomach.Helps maintain body weight and improve overall health in patients unable to eat./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Neurological conditions impairing swallowing (e.g., stroke, ALS, advanced dementia).
- Head, neck, or esophageal cancers obstructing the passage of food.
- Major facial or head trauma.
- Congenital abnormalities affecting the ability to swallow.
- Patients requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation.
- Severe malnutrition due to an inability to meet caloric needs orally.
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging if needed.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure to ensure an empty stomach.
- Review and adjustment of current medications, especially blood thinners.
- Informed consent process discussing the procedure, benefits, and risks.
- Administration of intravenous antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Cleaning and shaving of the abdominal area where the tube will be placed.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the insertion site (peristomal infection).
- Bleeding or internal injury during tube placement.
- Leakage of stomach contents around the tube site.
- Tube dislodgement, blockage, or migration.
- Peritonitis (inflammation of the abdominal lining) if stomach contents leak internally.
- Reactions to sedation, such as breathing difficulties.
- Granulation tissue (overgrowth of skin) around the stoma.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring, typically 1-2 days.
- Pain management with prescribed medications for site discomfort.
- Instructions on cleaning and caring for the PEG tube site daily.
- Training for caregivers on how to administer feeds and medications through the tube.
- First tube feeding usually starts 12-24 hours post-procedure.
- Follow-up appointment to check the site and ensure proper tube function.
- Gradual return to normal activities, avoiding strenuous exercise for a few weeks.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
7-10 days for initial healing; 2-3 weeks for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering peg tube placement in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for peg tube placement in Turkey include VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Medical Park Trabzon, 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 peg tube placement. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists 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 peg tube placement compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for PEG Tube Placement in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing peg tube placement.
Instabul, Turkey
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Diya Smith is a 78-year-old retired...
Diya Smith is a 78-year-old retired schoolteacher living independently. She has a history of Parkinson's disease, which has progressed significantly over the last two years. Her main symptoms were severe dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) and frequent coughing fits during meals, leading to a 25-pound weight loss over six months and two episodes of aspiration pneumonia. Her neurologist and primary care doctor were deeply concerned about malnutrition and recurrent lung infections. They referred her to a gastroenterologist, Dr. Evans, who recommended a Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) tube to provide reliable nutrition and hydration, protect her lungs, and improve her overall strength. The procedure was performed under sedation. Diya was anxious about losing the social and sensory pleasure of eating, but understood the medical necessity. The placement was successful, and she spent one night in the hospital for monitoring. Initially, Diya felt a profound sense of loss and mourned her relationship with food. However, with support from a dietitian and her daughter, she adapted. Using the PEG tube for specialized liquid nutrition halted her weight loss, eliminated the pneumonia risk, and stabilized her energy levels. She now enjoys her family's company during their mealtimes with a cup of tea, finding a new normal. Her emotional journey moved from fear and grief to reluctant acceptance, and finally to relief and gratitude for the regained stability and safety.
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