Septal Ablation Treatment in Turkey
About Septal Ablation
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery (septal myectomy).Performed under local anesthesia with sedation, avoiding the need for a sternotomy.Significantly reduces symptoms like shortness of breath, chest pain, and fainting spells.Shorter hospital stay and faster initial recovery compared to surgical options.Improves overall heart function and quality of life for patients with HOCM.
Who is this surgery for?
- Symptomatic hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (HOCM) not adequately controlled by medications.
- Severe obstruction of blood flow from the left ventricle, measured by specific gradients during echocardiography.
- Patients with significant symptoms like dyspnea (shortness of breath), angina (chest pain), syncope (fainting), or heart failure.
- Patients who are high-risk candidates for or wish to avoid open-heart surgical myectomy.
- Failure of maximal medical therapy to manage symptoms effectively.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive cardiac evaluation including echocardiogram, ECG, and possibly cardiac MRI.
- Review and potential adjustment of current heart medications (e.g., beta-blockers, disopyramide).
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure.
- Informed consent process detailing risks, benefits, and alternatives.
- Blood tests to assess kidney function and clotting parameters.
- Discussion of allergies, especially to contrast dye or sedatives.
Risks & possible complications
- Complete heart block requiring a permanent pacemaker implantation (common risk).
- Coronary artery dissection or damage during catheterization.
- Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) including ventricular tachycardia.
- Stroke or heart attack.
- Bleeding or infection at the catheter insertion site in the groin or wrist.
- Incomplete reduction of the obstruction, requiring further procedures.
- Reaction to contrast dye or anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial 24-48 hours in the hospital for close cardiac monitoring in a CCU/ICU setting.
- Bed rest for several hours post-procedure to prevent bleeding at the catheter site.
- Frequent monitoring of heart rhythm via ECG; pacemaker may be temporarily or permanently needed.
- Gradual resumption of activities; avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for several weeks.
- Follow-up echocardiograms to assess the success of the ablation.
- Lifelong cardiology follow-up and continued medication management as prescribed.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for routine activities, 3 months for full stabilization
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering septal ablation in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for septal ablation in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, 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 septal ablation. MediFyr helps you compare cardiologists 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 septal ablation compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 2,753 – USD 6,607 | 3-5 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for routine activities, 3 months for full stabilization | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 20,489 – USD 49,174 | 3-5 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for routine activities, 3 months for full stabilization | Know More |
Top hospitals for Septal Ablation in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiology teams and experience managing patients undergoing septal ablation.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Anjali Saxena, a 58-year-old retired school...
Anjali Saxena, a 58-year-old retired school principal, had always been active but began noticing a profound change. For the past two years, she experienced crushing chest pain and severe shortness of breath during simple tasks like walking to the market or climbing the stairs at home. Her vibrant social life dwindled as she feared these debilitating episodes. After multiple hospital visits for what seemed like heart attacks, a cardiologist diagnosed her with Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM). Her heart's septum was abnormally thick, blocking blood flow. Medications provided little relief. The cardiologist recommended a Septal Ablation, explaining it would use a tiny alcohol injection to shrink the thickened heart muscle. Anjali was terrified but desperate for a normal life. The procedure itself was a blur of anxiety in the cath lab, but it was successful. Recovery in the hospital was monitored closely for a few days. Within weeks, the crushing chest pain was gone. She could walk, garden, and visit friends without fear. Emotionally, she transformed from a fearful, housebound woman back into the confident, social person she once was, filled with profound gratitude for a second chance.
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