Venous Hypertension Treatment in Turkey
About Venous Hypertension
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive management focused on diagnosis and conservative treatment.Aims to relieve symptoms like leg pain, swelling, and fatigue.Helps prevent serious complications such as venous stasis ulcers and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).Improves overall quality of life and mobility through personalized care plans.Often involves a combination of lifestyle changes, compression therapy, and medication.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent leg pain, aching, or a feeling of heaviness, especially after prolonged standing.
- Visible varicose veins or spider veins.
- Chronic swelling (edema) in the ankles and lower legs.
- Skin changes such as discoloration (hyperpigmentation), dryness, or thickening (lipodermatosclerosis).
- History or presence of venous leg ulcers or wounds that are slow to heal.
- Aching relieved by leg elevation.
- Family history of venous disorders.
How to prepare
- Compile a complete medical history, including any prior vein issues, surgeries, or clotting disorders.
- List all current medications, supplements, and allergies.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing to the consultation to allow for easy examination of the legs.
- Be prepared to discuss lifestyle factors like occupation, activity level, and family history.
- For diagnostic ultrasound, no special preparation is typically required.
Risks & possible complications
- Progression of disease if not adequately managed, leading to chronic venous insufficiency.
- Development of painful and difficult-to-heal venous stasis ulcers.
- Increased risk of superficial thrombophlebitis (inflammation of veins) or deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
- Skin infections secondary to ulcers or scratching due to itching (venous eczema).
- Adverse reactions or side effects from prescribed medications (e.g., diuretics, venoactive drugs).
- Discomfort or skin irritation from compression stockings if not fitted properly.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is ongoing as this is a chronic condition managed long-term.
- Consistent use of prescribed compression stockings is crucial to improve blood flow and reduce swelling.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the Internal Medicine specialist to monitor progress and adjust treatment.
- Adherence to recommended lifestyle changes: regular walking, leg elevation when resting, maintaining a healthy weight.
- Skin care regimen to keep the skin on the lower legs moisturized and protected.
- Monitoring for any signs of worsening, such as increased pain, new ulcers, or redness/swelling that could indicate infection or DVT.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient management)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management (chronic condition)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering venous hypertension in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for venous hypertension in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, 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 venous hypertension. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists 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 venous hypertension compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Venous Hypertension in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing venous hypertension.
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