Sleep Walking Treatment in Turkey
About Sleep Walking
Key Highlights
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Comprehensive evaluation by a sleep specialist to accurately diagnose the root cause of sleepwalking.Development of a personalized, non-invasive management plan focused on safety and sleep improvement.Identification and treatment of co-existing sleep disorders that may trigger episodes.Empowerment through education on sleep hygiene and safety modifications for the home environment.Potential to significantly reduce episode frequency and severity, improving overall quality of life and safety.
Who is this surgery for?
- Frequent or dangerous episodes of sleepwalking that pose a risk of injury.
- Sleepwalking accompanied by violent behavior or confusion upon awakening.
- Episodes that significantly disrupt the sleep of the patient or household members.
- Onset of sleepwalking in adulthood, which may indicate an underlying neurological or medical condition.
- When sleepwalking is suspected to be a symptom of another sleep disorder like obstructive sleep apnea.
- Failure of basic safety and sleep hygiene measures to control the episodes.
How to prepare
- Maintain a detailed sleep diary for 1-2 weeks, noting bedtime, wake time, and any sleepwalking episodes.
- Be prepared to provide a thorough medical history, including family history of sleep disorders.
- List all current medications, supplements, and any substance use (caffeine, alcohol).
- For a scheduled sleep study (polysomnography), you may be asked to avoid caffeine and naps on the day of the test.
- Bring a partner or family member who can describe the sleepwalking episodes to the consultation.
Risks & possible complications
- Risks are primarily associated with the sleepwalking episodes themselves, such as falls, injuries, or accidental harm.
- If a sleep study is performed, there is minimal risk of skin irritation from sensor adhesives.
- Medications, if prescribed, carry potential side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or dependency.
- Underlying conditions, if undiagnosed, may progress without appropriate management.
- Psychological distress or anxiety related to the sleep disorder.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery involves implementing the neurologist's management plan, which is typically non-surgical.
- Adherence to prescribed sleep schedules, relaxation techniques, and improved sleep hygiene is crucial.
- Install safety measures at home (e.g., gates on stairs, locking windows, removing sharp objects).
- Follow-up appointments are essential to monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan.
- Reduction in episodes is gradual; consistency with the management strategy is key to long-term success.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering sleep walking in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for sleep walking in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, 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 sleep walking. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists 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 sleep walking compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Sleep Walking in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing sleep walking.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
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