Pharyngeal Stricture Dilatation Treatment in Turkey
About Pharyngeal Stricture Dilatation
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with no external incisions.Effectively restores swallowing ability and improves quality of life.Typically performed on an outpatient basis with a short hospital stay.Uses specialized endoscopic tools for precise, targeted treatment.Can often be repeated if necessary to maintain the opening.Generally has a faster recovery compared to open surgical alternatives./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) due to a benign pharyngeal stricture.
- Strictures caused by chronic acid reflux (GERD) or eosinophilic esophagitis.
- Scarring from previous surgeries in the throat or neck region.
- Narrowing as a late effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancers.
- Strictures resulting from ingestion of corrosive substances.
- Certain inflammatory conditions like scleroderma affecting the pharynx.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough ENT evaluation, which may include a barium swallow study or endoscopy.
- Discuss all current medications with your doctor; you may need to stop blood thinners temporarily.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours before the procedure as instructed.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure due to sedation.
- Inform the doctor of any allergies, especially to anesthesia or contrast dyes.
Risks & possible complications
- Sore throat, discomfort, or a feeling of a lump in the throat.
- Minor bleeding at the dilatation site.
- Perforation (a tear) in the pharyngeal wall, which is rare but serious.
- Infection at the treatment site.
- Recurrence of the stricture, requiring repeat procedures.
- Risks associated with sedation or anesthesia, such as respiratory issues.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You will be monitored in a recovery area until the sedation wears off.
- A sore throat is common for a few days; pain medication may be prescribed.
- Start with a liquid or soft diet as advised, gradually returning to normal foods.
- Avoid very hot, spicy, or crunchy foods for the first week.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor healing and swallowing function.
- Contact your doctor immediately for severe pain, fever, difficulty breathing, or bleeding.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days for normal activity, 2-3 weeks for full dietary normalization
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pharyngeal stricture dilatation in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pharyngeal stricture dilatation compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 275 – USD 826 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 3-7 days for normal activity, 2-3 weeks for full dietary normalization | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 2,049 – USD 6,147 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 3-7 days for normal activity, 2-3 weeks for full dietary normalization | Know More |
Reyansh Iyer, a 72-year-old retired school...
Reyansh Iyer, a 72-year-old retired school principal, has always been an avid reader and storyteller. For the past year, he has struggled with increasing difficulty swallowing. It started with occasional choking on pills, but progressed to trouble with soft foods like yogurt and mashed potatoes. Meals became a slow, anxious ordeal, and he lost 15 pounds, worrying his family. His voice also became weaker. After a barium swallow test and endoscopy, his ENT, Dr. Mehta, diagnosed a benign but tight pharyngeal stricture, likely from long-term acid reflux. Dr. Mehta recommended pharyngeal dilatation to gently stretch the narrowed area. Reyansh was terrified of choking during the procedure but trusted his doctor. Under mild sedation, the dilation was quick. He felt immediate relief in his throat, though it was sore. In recovery, he sipped water without choking for the first time in months, tears of relief in his eyes. After a week of a soft diet, he gradually reintroduced solid foods. Now, three months later, he enjoys meals with his grandchildren and has regained his weight and strength. The constant fear of choking is gone, replaced by profound gratitude and a renewed joy in life's simple pleasures.
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