Stenting Treatment in Turkey
About Stenting
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with no large chest incisions required.Effectively restores blood flow to the heart, relieving angina and shortness of breath.Significantly reduces the risk of a future heart attack.Typically performed under local anesthesia, allowing for faster recovery than open-heart surgery.Uses drug-eluting stents to help prevent the artery from narrowing again (restenosis).Often allows for a shorter hospital stay and quicker return to normal activities./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Stable angina (chest pain) that is not adequately controlled with medication.
- Unstable angina or a heart attack (myocardial infarction) to quickly open a blocked artery.
- Significant blockage (usually 70% or more) in one or more major coronary arteries.
- Positive results from a stress test or coronary angiogram showing reduced blood flow to the heart.
- To improve symptoms and quality of life in patients with coronary artery disease.
How to prepare
- Undergo diagnostic tests such as blood work, an electrocardiogram (ECG), and a coronary angiogram.
- Discuss all current medications with your doctor; you may need to stop blood thinners like aspirin or clopidogrel temporarily.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours before the procedure.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after hospital discharge.
- Inform the medical team of any allergies, especially to iodine, contrast dye, or medications.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or bruising at the catheter insertion site in the wrist or groin.
- Damage to the blood vessel used for catheter access.
- Allergic reaction to the contrast dye used during imaging.
- Blood clot formation within the stent (stent thrombosis), which can cause a heart attack.
- Re-narrowing of the artery (restenosis) over time, though less common with drug-eluting stents.
- Rare risks include kidney damage from contrast dye, stroke, or heart attack during the procedure.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring for 4-6 hours in a recovery area to check the insertion site and vital signs.
- Drink plenty of fluids to help flush the contrast dye from your system.
- Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and driving for the first few days as advised.
- Keep the insertion site clean and dry; report any signs of infection like redness, swelling, or fever.
- Take all prescribed medications diligently, especially antiplatelet drugs (like aspirin and clopidogrel) to prevent blood clots in the stent.
- Attend all follow-up appointments and participate in cardiac rehabilitation for guided exercise and lifestyle education.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks for routine activities, 4-6 weeks for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering stenting in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for stenting 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 stenting. 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 stenting compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Stenting in Turkey
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