Ross Procedure Treatment in Turkey
About Ross Procedure
Key Highlights
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Uses the patient's own living valve (pulmonary autograft), which can grow and potentially last a lifetime.Eliminates the need for lifelong anticoagulation (blood thinners) required with mechanical valves.Offers superior hemodynamics (blood flow) compared to prosthetic valves, improving heart function.Lower risk of valve-related complications like infection (endocarditis) and blood clots.Ideal for children, young adults, women of childbearing age, and active individuals.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe aortic stenosis (narrowing of the aortic valve) in children and young adults.
- Severe aortic regurgitation (leaky aortic valve) where valve repair is not possible.
- Patients with a small aortic root who need enlargement.
- Active individuals or athletes who wish to avoid anticoagulation therapy.
- Women who plan future pregnancies, as blood thinners pose risks.
- Patients with a history of endocarditis affecting the aortic valve.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive cardiac evaluation including echocardiogram, ECG, and possibly a cardiac catheterization.
- Blood tests and imaging scans (like CT or MRI) to assess heart and valve anatomy.
- Consultation with the cardiac surgeon and anesthesiologist to discuss the procedure in detail.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (like blood thinners) as advised by the cardiologist.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery.
- Pre-operative hygiene protocol to minimize infection risk.
Risks & possible complications
- General risks of open-heart surgery: bleeding, infection, and reaction to anesthesia.
- Risk of reoperation in the future if the pulmonary autograft or homograft fails.
- Potential for arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) requiring medication or a pacemaker.
- Rare risk of injury to the coronary arteries during the procedure.
- Risk of pulmonary homograft stenosis (narrowing) over time.
- Stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial 1-2 days in the Cardiac ICU for close monitoring of heart function and vital signs.
- Hospital stay typically lasts 5-7 days for pain management, wound care, and initial mobilization.
- Involves breathing exercises and gradual physical activity to prevent lung complications and regain strength.
- Pain medication and instructions on sternum (breastbone) care; avoiding heavy lifting for 6-8 weeks.
- Cardiac rehabilitation program is strongly recommended to safely rebuild endurance and heart health.
- Regular follow-up appointments with echocardiograms to monitor both the new aortic and pulmonary valves.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-8 weeks for basic activities, 3-6 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering ross procedure in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for ross procedure in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 ross procedure. 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 ross procedure compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Ross Procedure in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing ross procedure.
Instabul, Turkey
104 Doctors
Arjun Johnson, a 42-year-old high school...
Arjun Johnson, a 42-year-old high school biology teacher and father of two young children, had always been active, coaching his son's soccer team. A routine physical for a life insurance policy revealed a heart murmur. Further echocardiograms diagnosed a congenital bicuspid aortic valve with severe stenosis. Over the next year, Arjun began experiencing shortness of breath during games and crushing chest pain with exertion. His cardiologist explained his valve was failing and needed replacement. Given Arjun's young age and active lifestyle, the surgeon strongly recommended the Ross Procedure, explaining it would use his own pulmonary valve to replace the aortic one, offering excellent durability without lifelong blood thinners. Arjun was terrified of open-heart surgery but determined to be there for his kids' graduations. The 7-hour surgery was successful. Recovery in the hospital was tough, with pain and fatigue, but he was walking the halls within days. A year later, Arjun is back coaching, on no cardiac medications, with only a sternal scar as a reminder. The emotional journey was from fear of a shortened life to profound gratitude for a second chance, allowing him to focus on being a present father and husband rather than a patient.
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