Ureterostomy Treatment in Turkey
About Ureterostomy
Key Highlights
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Diverts urine flow to protect kidney function when the bladder is compromised.Can be a permanent or temporary solution, depending on the underlying condition.Allows for predictable and manageable urine collection via an external pouch.Helps alleviate symptoms like pain, recurrent infections, or urinary retention.Performed by a specialized urologist, ensuring expert care.
Who is this surgery for?
- Bladder cancer requiring cystectomy (bladder removal).
- Severe bladder dysfunction or neurogenic bladder unresponsive to other treatments.
- Chronic urinary obstruction from conditions like advanced prostate cancer or strictures.
- Traumatic injury to the bladder or lower urinary tract.
- Certain congenital birth defects affecting the bladder or urethra.
- As a temporary measure to allow healing after complex pelvic surgery or radiation.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation, including imaging (CT scan, ultrasound) and kidney function tests.
- Consultation with a stoma nurse for education on post-operative care and pouch management.
- Pre-operative counseling to discuss the procedure, lifestyle changes, and expectations.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before surgery as directed by the surgical team.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of certain medications, such as blood thinners, as advised.
- Marking the optimal site on the abdomen for the stoma by the surgeon or stoma nurse.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or within the abdomen.
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Damage to surrounding organs, such as the intestines or blood vessels.
- Stoma-related complications: narrowing (stenosis), prolapse, or skin irritation.
- Urine leakage around the stoma or into the abdomen.
- Formation of kidney stones or chronic urinary tract infections.
- Anesthesia-related risks.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring, pain management, and stoma care training.
- Learning to empty and change the urostomy pouch with guidance from a stoma nurse.
- Keeping the stoma site clean and dry to prevent skin irritation and infection.
- Gradual increase in physical activity, avoiding heavy lifting for several weeks.
- Following dietary and fluid intake advice to maintain healthy urine output.
- Attending follow-up appointments to monitor kidney function and stoma health.
- Seeking support from healthcare providers or patient groups for emotional and practical adjustment.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering ureterostomy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for ureterostomy in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 ureterostomy. MediFyr helps you compare urologists 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 ureterostomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Ureterostomy in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing ureterostomy.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Aditya Davis, a 58-year-old long-haul truck...
Aditya Davis, a 58-year-old long-haul truck driver, had a history of recurrent kidney stones. For the past year, he endured persistent flank pain and recurrent urinary tract infections that antibiotics couldn't fully clear. A CT scan revealed a severe, impassable stricture (narrowing) in his left ureter, likely from scar tissue from previous stone passages, causing significant hydronephrosis (swelling of the kidney). His urologist, Dr. Miller, explained that the blocked kidney was at risk of permanent damage. Given the complexity and location of the stricture, a surgical repair wasn't feasible immediately. Dr. Miller recommended a temporary left ureterostomy, a procedure to divert urine by bringing the ureter directly to the skin surface, to relieve the pressure, save the kidney, and allow the infection to resolve. Aditya was terrified; the idea of a stoma bag felt like a profound loss of independence and a threat to his livelihood. The surgery went smoothly. After a brief hospital stay, a home health nurse taught him to care for the urostomy pouch. The relief from the constant pain and fevers was immediate. Three months later, after the infection cleared and his health improved, Aditya successfully underwent a definitive ureteral reimplantation surgery. The ureterostomy was reversed. Emotionally, he moved from fear and despair to viewing the temporary stoma as a lifesaving 'pit stop' that allowed him to get back on the road to full health.
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