Spinal Cord Injury Treatment in Turkey
About Spinal Cord Injury
Key Highlights
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Led by a neurologist specializing in the nervous system for accurate diagnosis and management.Focuses on immediate stabilization to prevent secondary injury and further neurological damage.Involves a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach for holistic care.Aims to maximize remaining neurological function and promote neuroplasticity.Provides long-term management of chronic pain, spasticity, and autonomic dysreflexia.Integrates advanced diagnostic imaging for precise injury assessment./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Traumatic events such as motor vehicle accidents, falls, or sports injuries.
- Penetrating injuries from gunshot or stab wounds affecting the spine.
- Non-traumatic causes like spinal cord infarction, tumors, or severe infections.
- Presentation of symptoms including loss of movement, sensation, or bowel/bladder control below the injury level.
- Signs of spinal instability or progressive neurological deficit.
How to prepare
- Emergency immobilization of the spine using a cervical collar and backboard at the injury site.
- Rapid transportation to a specialized trauma or neurological center.
- Initial assessment of airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs) by emergency personnel.
- Gathering patient history regarding the mechanism of injury and pre-existing conditions.
- Preparation for immediate diagnostic imaging (CT, MRI) upon hospital arrival.
Risks & possible complications
- Worsening of neurological deficit or complete paralysis.
- Development of chronic neuropathic pain syndromes.
- Life-threatening autonomic dysreflexia (sudden severe high blood pressure).
- High risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism.
- Pressure sores (decubitus ulcers), urinary tract infections, and respiratory complications like pneumonia.
- Muscle spasticity, contractures, and mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial acute care in an ICU or specialized unit for close monitoring and stabilization.
- Early involvement of physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy.
- Transition to an intensive inpatient rehabilitation program, often lasting several weeks to months.
- Long-term outpatient therapy and regular neurological follow-ups to monitor progress.
- Management of medications for pain, spasticity, and bowel/bladder function.
- Psychological counseling and support groups for patient and family adaptation.
- Home modifications and assistive device training for daily living activities.
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Typical hospital stay:
14-60+ days
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Expected recovery time:
6-24+ months (ongoing)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering spinal cord injury in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for spinal cord injury in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, 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 spinal cord injury. 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 spinal cord injury compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Spinal Cord Injury in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing spinal cord injury.
Instabul, Turkey
150 Doctors
Aadya Malhotra, a 28-year-old software engineer...
Aadya Malhotra, a 28-year-old software engineer and avid rock climber, was involved in a serious car accident. She was rushed to the emergency department with immediate paralysis from the waist down and loss of sensation. Imaging revealed a severe fracture and dislocation at the T10-T11 vertebrae, causing significant compression of her spinal cord. Her neurologist, Dr. Sharma, recommended an urgent surgical decompression and stabilization procedure to relieve pressure on the cord and stabilize her spine to prevent further injury. The surgery was long and complex. In the weeks that followed, Aadya was transferred to a specialized rehabilitation unit. While she did not regain the ability to walk, the surgery successfully stabilized her spine, prevented further neurological decline, and allowed her to manage neuropathic pain. With intense physiotherapy, she regained core strength and learned to use a wheelchair with impressive independence. Emotionally, Aadya cycled through profound grief, anger, and despair after the accident, mourning the loss of her active lifestyle. Post-surgery and during rehab, her focus shifted from 'fixing' her legs to rebuilding her life. She found a new community in adaptive sports, returned to work remotely, and became a mentor for newly injured patients, channeling her determination into a new purpose.