Torsion Dystonia Treatment in Turkey
About Torsion Dystonia
Key Highlights
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Addresses severe, medication-resistant muscle contractions and abnormal postures.Can significantly improve mobility, posture, and functional independence.Aims to prevent long-term joint contractures and skeletal deformities.Often part of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary care plan.Tailored to the specific type and distribution of dystonia in the child.
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of primary or secondary torsion dystonia (e.g., DYT1 gene mutation).
- Severe, disabling symptoms not adequately controlled with medications (e.g., anticholinergics, muscle relaxants) or botulinum toxin injections.
- Progressive deformity leading to pain, functional impairment, or risk of contractures.
- Significant interference with activities of daily living, walking, or sitting.
- Failure of conservative management including physical and occupational therapy.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive neurological and orthopedic evaluation to confirm diagnosis and surgical candidacy.
- Advanced imaging (MRI of brain/spine) and possibly genetic testing.
- Detailed pre-anesthetic check-up and blood tests.
- Multidisciplinary team consultation (neurologist, neurosurgeon, physiotherapist).
- Pre-operative physiotherapy to optimize muscle condition.
- Discussion with family about goals, expectations, and the recovery process.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, anesthesia complications.
- Neurological risks: weakness, sensory changes, or new movement abnormalities.
- Incomplete relief of dystonic symptoms or recurrence over time.
- Hardware-related issues (for procedures like deep brain stimulation).
- Need for additional procedures or adjustments.
- Risks associated with prolonged immobilization or rehabilitation.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring neurological status and pain management.
- Early mobilization with assistance from physiotherapists.
- Intensive, long-term physical and occupational therapy is crucial for maximizing outcomes.
- Gradual return to activities as guided by the medical team.
- Regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress and adjust treatment (e.g., stimulator settings).
- Family education and support for home-based exercises and care.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering torsion dystonia in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform torsion dystonia. MediFyr helps you compare pediatric orthopedics 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 torsion dystonia compare across other countries where we have data.
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