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Valve replacement surgery in Turkey

Minimum Cost 23000 USD
Average Cost 24500 USD
Maximum Cost 26000 USD
  • Procedure Type Surgical
  • Procedure Duration 4-6 hours
  • Hospital Stay (Days) 3-7 days
  • Post discharge Stay in India 2 weeks
  • Resume work 1-2 months
  • Recurrence 10%
  • Risk Mild

What is Valve Replacement Surgery Cost in Turkey?

The replacement of heart valves is a common surgical intervention in Turkey to treat cardiac complications.

The average cost of valve replacement surgery in Turkey ranges between USD 23000 and USD 26000. Costs typically include the prosthetic valve, surgeon's fees, anaesthesia and operating room charges, medical supplies, and a hospital stay of 3 to 7 days.

What is Valve Replacement Surgery?

The heart has four chambers. The upper chambers of the heart are called atria, while the lower chambers are called ventricles. In between these chambers, flaps-like structures are present to regulate the speed of blood flow and also ensure that there is no backflow. The four valves present in the heart are as follows:

  • Tricuspid valve: It is present in between the right atrium and the right ventricle.
  • Pulmonary valve: It is present in between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery.
  • Mitral valve: It is present in between the left atrium and the left ventricle.
  • Aortic valve: It is present in between the left ventricle and the aorta. 

These valves may get damaged due to age, infection or any congenital disability. If not repaired on time, this usually gets worse and leads to symptoms such as:

  • Severe chest pain
  • Shortness of breath
  • Extreme fatigue
  • Heart palpitations 
  • Swelling in leg

Some common heart valve disorders are listed below.

  • Valve regurgitation: 

In this condition, blood flows backwards into the chamber due to improper valve closing, leading to blood leakage in the heart chambers.

  • Stenosis: 

In stenosis, the valve doesn’t open to its full extent due to cholesterol deposition. As a result, blood is pumped inefficiently.

  • Atresia: 

This defect involves the valve cusps being joined at birth,thus limiting the blood flow. It is most commonly seen in the pulmonary and tricuspid valves.

  • Prolapse

In this condition, the valve flaps bulge backwards like a parachute, unable to control the blood’s backflow due to its high flexibility. 

When the valve doesn’t function properly, cardiac surgeons perform valve replacement surgery. In this procedure, the damaged valve is replaced with a prosthetic valve, which can be mechanical or biological.

Mechanical Valves: These are made from artificial materials. Metals are usually used, as they are durable and can last a lifetime. However, patients with mechanical valves may suffer from blood clots and hence need to take blood-thinning medication such as anticoagulants for the rest of their lives.

Prosthetic Valves: These are made from biological tissue or animal valves and don’t require lifelong blood-thinning medication. With continued use,it may deteriorate and require replacement.

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What are the Types of Valve Replacement Surgery?

Based on the valve which has to be replaced, the valve replacement surgery has been categorised into the following:

Aortic valve replacement

The aortic valve is a tricuspid valve. Due to congenital issues, it remain as a bicuspid valve leading to leakage due to improper opening and closing. Cardiac surgeons, then, replace the damaged aortic valve with a mechanical or biological prosthetic valve.

Mitral Valve Replacement

The mitral valve is a bicuspid valve that controls the flow of blood from the left atrium to the left ventricle. Any defect in the mitral valve should be repaired immediately.

Double Valve Replacement

In some cases, patients may experience reduced blood flow due to damage in both the aortic and mitral heart valves. To address this issue, double valve replacement surgery involves replacing both valves to restore proper blood flow and improve heart function. 

Pulmonary Valve Replacement

The pulmonary valve opens to allow deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to flow into the pulmonary artery, which carries it to the lungs for oxygenation. The most common complication associated with the pulmonary valve is stenosis (narrowing) or regurgitation (leakage). 

To treat this, the damaged pulmonary valve is removed and replaced with a mechanical or biological prosthetic valve to ensure normal blood flow.

More than 40 million people are suffering from either mitral or aortic valve disease worldwide. A cardiac surgeon either opts for open surgery or a minimally invasive approach to replace the damaged valve with a prosthetic one.

What is the Cost of Different Types of Valve Replacement Surgery in Turkey?

Type of valve replacement

Cost in USD

Aortic valve replacement

16000

Mitral Valve Replacement

16500

What are the Key Factors that Affect the Cost of Valve Replacement Surgery in Turkey?

Patients and their families can avoid financial strain or unexpected expenses by understanding the cost factors associated with valve replacement surgery. 

This allows them to plan ahead, explore cost-saving strategies, and mitigate the risk of financial strains resulting from medical bills or healthcare expenses.

The key factors affecting the valve replacement cost in Turkey are listed below.

Type of prosthetic valve used

The cost may vary based on the valve type being used, which could be mechanical or biological. Some valves may be expensive due to their specific design (self-expandable or balloon expandable), the material used (mechanical or biological), or any other technological features involved in creating them. 

Hospital location

The hospital’s location and distance from popular tourist destinations in Turkey may result in additional treatment costs. 

Additional stay at ICU

In certain medical complexities, the patient may have to stay for some additional days in the ICU for post-operative care and rehabilitation. Thus, the additional hospital stay costs around USD 400 to USD 450 per day.

What is Valve Replacement Surgery Cost in Turkey Vs. Other Countries?

Name of the country Cost in USD

Valve Replacement Surgery in Turkey

24500

Valve Replacement Surgery in India

9500
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What are Pre-surgical and Post-surgical Expenses in Valve Replacement Surgery in Turkey?

Before valve replacement surgery, cardiac surgeons perform various tests and examinations to understand the extent of the valve damage. Then, they decide whether it could be repaired or needs a replacement. It is also crucial to see whether the patient is ready for the surgical procedure.

Regular follow-ups are essential to monitor the prosthetic valve's function and prevent further damage. Patients should also consider these expenses before the treatment.

  • Pre-surgical examination cost (complete blood count, electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, coronary angiography, CT scan, nuclear stress test etc.): USD 400 to USD 500

  • Post-surgical cost (follow-up consultations and medications): USD 250 to USD 300

Doctors for Valve Replacement in Turkey

Prof. Tijen Alkan Bozkaya

Prof. Tijen Alkan Bozkaya

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4.8 (123 Ratings)
Associate Professor
location Yeditepe University Healthcare Institutions, Istanbul

Exp: 24+ Yrs

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Baris Durukan

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Baris Durukan

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4.5 (127 Ratings)
Consultant
location LIV Hospital, Istanbul

Exp: 22+ Yrs

Prof. Dr. Halil Türkoglu

Prof. Dr. Halil Türkoglu

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4.7 (116 Ratings)
Chief
location Medipol University Hospital, İstanbul

Exp: 39+ Yrs

Dr. Haldun Karagoz

Dr. Haldun Karagoz

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4.7 (107 Ratings)
Head of Department
location American Hospital, Istanbul

Exp: 31+ Yrs

Dr. Mehmet Salih Bilal

Dr. Mehmet Salih Bilal

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4.6 (120 Ratings)
Principal Consultant
location Medicana International Istanbul

Exp: 33+ Yrs

Dr. Bingur Sonmez

Dr. Bingur Sonmez

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4.8 (127 Ratings)
Senior Consultant
location Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul

Exp: 31+ Yrs

Dr. Azmi Ozler

Dr. Azmi Ozler

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4.8 (108 Ratings)
Senior Consultant
location Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul

Exp: 43+ Yrs

Dr. Ahmet Ozdemir

Dr. Ahmet Ozdemir

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4.5 (109 Ratings)
Consultant
location Okan University Hospital, Tuzla

Exp: 34+ Yrs

Prof. Dr. Sina Ercan

Prof. Dr. Sina Ercan

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4.7 (124 Ratings)
Professor
location Yeditepe University Healthcare Institutions, Istanbul

Exp: 33+ Yrs

Dr. Mehmet Altug Tuncer

Dr. Mehmet Altug Tuncer

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4.7 (121 Ratings)
Professor
location Okan University Hospital, Tuzla

Exp: 34+ Yrs

Dr. Ata Kirilmaz

Dr. Ata Kirilmaz

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4.6 (110 Ratings)
Professor
location

Exp: 35+ Yrs

Prof. Dr. Melih Kaptanoğlu

Prof. Dr. Melih Kaptanoğlu

Professor
location Medical Park Group, Istanbul

Exp: 33+ Yrs

Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Okutan

Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Okutan

Professor
location Medical Park Group, Istanbul

Exp: 30+ Yrs

Dr. Semih Barlas

Dr. Semih Barlas

Professor
location KOC University Hospital, Istanbul

Exp: 29+ Yrs

Dr. Ali Civelek

Dr. Ali Civelek

Consultant
location I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, Istanbul

Exp: 27+ Yrs

Leading Hospitals for Valve Replacement in Turkey

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Istanbul

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Istanbul

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4.1 (44 Ratings)
location Yamanevler, Site Yolu Cad No:7, 34768 Ümraniye 34768
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Medicana International Istanbul

Medicana International Istanbul

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4.7 (26 Ratings)
location Büyükşehir, Beylikdüzü Cd. No:3, 34520 Beylikdüzü/İstanbul 34692
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Medical Park Group, Istanbul

Medical Park Group, Istanbul

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4.3 (23 Ratings)
location Otakcilar Cd. No:78 Flat Ofis Aqua Court E Blok 3. Kat Eyup 34050
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Florence Nightingale Hospital, İstanbul

Florence Nightingale Hospital, İstanbul

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4.2 (21 Ratings)
location Merkez, Abide-i Hürriyet Cd No:166 34381
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Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul

Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul

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4.6 (22 Ratings)
location Burhaniye, Nagehan Sokagi No:4/A D:1 34676
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American Hospital, Istanbul

American Hospital, Istanbul

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3.7 (42 Ratings)
location Tesvikiye, Guzelbahce St. No:20 34365
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Medipol University Hospital, İstanbul

Medipol University Hospital, İstanbul

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4.4 (25 Ratings)
location TEM Avrupa Otoyolu Göztepe Çıkışı No: 1, Bağcılar 34214
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Estetik International Health Group, Istanbul

Estetik International Health Group, Istanbul

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4.9 (52 Ratings)
location Estetik International Quasar, Fulya Mah. 34394
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Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli, Istanbul

Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli, Istanbul

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4.5 (26 Ratings)
location Cumhuriyet, 2255. Sk. No:3 41400
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LIV Hospital, Istanbul

LIV Hospital, Istanbul

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3.8 (36 Ratings)
location Ulus Mahallesi, Canan Sk., Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey 34340
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Frequently Asked Questions Related to Valve Replacement Cost

Mechanical valves usually last for the lifetime, but necessitate lifelong administration of blood thinners to avoid blood clots. This approach is typically advised for younger patients. In contrast, biological valves typically last for approximately 10 to 15 years, based on the patient's health condition.

Before valve replacement surgery, cardiac surgeons perform various tests and examinations such as ECG, coronary angiography etc. to understand the extent of the valve damage. The cost of pre-surgical examination in Turkey may vary between USD 400 and USD 500.

The cost of mitral valve replacement surgery in Turkey ranges between USD 16,000 and USD 17,000.

Yes, the cost includes the prosthetic valve, surgeon's fees, anaesthesia and operating room charges, medical supplies, and a hospital stay of 3 to 7 days.

Any strenuous activity such as heavy lifting or gym training should be avoided at least for a few weeks. If you are planning to resume such activities, you should first consult your cardiac surgeon and follow their recommendations.

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