Pulmonary Arteriovenous Aneurysm Treatment in Turkey
About Pulmonary Arteriovenous Aneurysm
Key Highlights
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Corrects a critical vascular malformation to restore normal blood flow through the lungs.Significantly improves blood oxygen levels, alleviating symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue.Dramatically reduces the risk of life-threatening complications such as stroke, brain abscess, and heart failure.Can be performed using advanced minimally invasive techniques in select cases, leading to smaller scars and potentially faster recovery.Offers a definitive treatment to prevent the progression of the condition and its associated risks.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of a large or enlarging pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM) or aneurysm.
- Patients experiencing symptoms like dyspnea (shortness of breath), hemoptysis (coughing up blood), or cyanosis (bluish skin).
- To prevent paradoxical embolism, which can cause stroke or brain abscess.
- Diagnosis of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT or Osler-Weber-Rendu syndrome) with significant pulmonary involvement.
- Heart failure or significant right ventricular strain caused by the high-flow shunt.
- Failed or unsuitable previous attempts at catheter-based embolization therapy.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive diagnostic imaging, including CT angiography or pulmonary angiography, to precisely map the aneurysm's location and size.
- Complete cardiac and pulmonary function tests to assess overall fitness for surgery.
- Blood tests and a thorough physical examination to rule out active infections or other contraindications.
- Consultation with the cardiac surgeon, anesthesiologist, and possibly a pulmonologist to discuss the procedure plan and risks.
- Patients may need to stop certain medications (like blood thinners) several days before surgery as directed.
- Fasting (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours prior to the scheduled procedure time.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Bleeding, infection, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Specific cardiac risks: Arrhythmias, heart attack, or stroke during or after the procedure.
- Pulmonary complications: Pneumonia, pleural effusion (fluid around the lung), or reperfusion pulmonary edema.
- Risk of damage to surrounding lung tissue or other mediastinal structures.
- Potential for recurrence of the malformation or development of new ones, especially in patients with HHT.
- Rare risk of paradoxical air embolism during the procedure.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the Cardiac ICU for close monitoring of heart, lung, and neurological function.
- Pain management with medications and encouragement for deep breathing exercises to prevent lung collapse.
- Gradual mobilization, starting with sitting in a chair and progressing to short walks.
- Drainage tubes from the chest are typically removed within a few days as fluid output decreases.
- Discharge instructions will include wound care, activity restrictions (avoiding heavy lifting), and signs of complications to watch for.
- Follow-up appointments for wound checks, imaging studies to confirm successful repair, and long-term monitoring, particularly for patients with HHT.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pulmonary arteriovenous aneurysm in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pulmonary arteriovenous aneurysm in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 pulmonary arteriovenous aneurysm. MediFyr helps you compare cardiac surgeons 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 pulmonary arteriovenous aneurysm compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Pulmonary Arteriovenous Aneurysm in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing pulmonary arteriovenous aneurysm.
Istanbul, Turkey
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Karan Johnson, a 58-year-old retired firefighter,...
Karan Johnson, a 58-year-old retired firefighter, had always been active and healthy. For the past year, he'd been plagued by increasing shortness of breath and fatigue, which he initially chalked up to aging. His wife noticed his lips and fingertips sometimes had a bluish tint, especially after exertion. After a severe episode of dizziness while gardening, his primary doctor ordered tests. A CT scan revealed a large pulmonary arteriovenous aneurysm, an abnormal connection between an artery and vein in his lung, likely a consequence of a condition called Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) he didn't know he had. His cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Evans, explained that this 'shunt' was depriving his body of oxygenated blood and posed a risk of stroke from clots bypassing the lung's filter. Karan was terrified; the idea of heart and lung surgery felt overwhelming for a man who had faced burning buildings. He underwent a thoracotomy, where the aneurysm was surgically resected. The first days of recovery in the ICU were difficult, with pain and profound fatigue. But within a week, as he took his first deep, clear breath without gasping, his color returned. Six months later, Karan is walking two miles a day, his energy restored. The emotional journey was from a proud man feeling his body betray him, to fear of the unknown, to immense gratitude for a second chance to enjoy his retirement with his family.
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