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ESWL (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy) in Turkey

Hospitals and medical centers in Turkey performing Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL).

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Key planning information for eswl in Turkey.

45 minsProcedure time
7 hospitalsList eswl

ESWL in Turkey is priced per case at 7 hospitals. The operation takes 45 minutes. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.

Hospitals and clinics offering ESWL in Turkey

ESWL is listed by 7 hospitals in Turkey. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.

Showing 1–7 of 7 hospitals
Liv Hospital — photoPrivate Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIPrice on request

The first in a brand new chain of ultra-modern hospitals, opened in January 2013, LIV hospital focuses on foreign patients, and tries to provide a complete and comprehensive service by a dedicated international team.

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Medipol Mega Hospital — photoPrivate Facility and University Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIPrice on request

Medipol Mega Hospital Complex is a modern medical facility with four specialist hospitals and an extensive selection of high caliber medical devices available for use. The hospital provides treatments in a wide variety of medical fields in its 470 bed facility.

DoctorsDSProf. Dr. Selami AlbayrakAPAssoc. Prof. Dr. Ziya AkbulutView all 7
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Memorial Antalya Hospital — photoPrivate Hospital
Antalya, Turkey
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIPrice on request

A modern JCI accredited hospital located in Antalya, with 80 physicians spread across most medical specialties. The international patients department assists foreign patients with transportation, insurance, Visa arrangements, translation and more.

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German Hospital Taksim — photoPrivate Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

One of the largest private healthcare providers in Turkey. Has obtained JCI accreditation and is ISO certified. This hospital treats approximately 12,000 international patients annually.

DoctorsTKDr. Tansel Kaplancan
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Description of ESWL:

What is Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)?
ESWL is a procedure to break stones that are found in the kidney, urinary bladder or ureters etc, by using shock waves. It is a non-invasive form of treatment for stone removal by using auditory pulse. The stones are fragmented into tiny parts and passed out of the urine from the body.

About ESWL

Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.

Duration of surgery/treatment
45 minutes to 1 hour
Days admitted
ESWL is done as an outpatient procedure.
Recovery
- The patient is taken to the recovery room for about 2 hours after the procedure.
- Pain relieving medication may be prescribed for about 2 days after the procedure.
- Antibiotics may also the prescribed to reduce any chances of infection.
- Follow up appointment are scheduled before the patient is discharged.
- The patient can recover to perform normal activities after about 2 days.
Risks
- Pain and discomfort
- Blood in the urine when the stone fragments are passing out for approximately 3 days
- Bruises in the skin of the abdomen or groin
- Kidney infection
- Uterus blockage
- Damage to the kidneys
- Ulcer in the stomach or small intestine
- Stone fragments being left behind in the body
After care
- The patient should rest at home after the procedure.
- Pain medication should be taken according to the doctor’s instructions.
- The patient should drink plenty of water and clear liquids to help the kidney stones pass out of the urine.

The doctor should be contacted if the following symptoms of urinary tract infection are detected:

- Severe prolonged pain
- High fever
- Urine odor
- Burning sensation while urinating
- Difficulty in passing urine
- Increase of blood in the urine

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