Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Turkey

Do you feel old enough because of your knee pain? Is it restricting you to get your daily work done? Have you tried all the home remedies to reduce your knee pain? And still not getting enough results! Then do not neglect it anymore. It’s high time to visit your doctor and get a thorough check-up done. Your physician might refer you to consult an orthopedic surgeon if it is not reducing over time. He /she might suggest you go for knee replacement surgery. You can always choose Knee Replacement Surgery in Turkey over any other place in the world. And why should you do so? Let’s discuss this a bit further.

Turkey is considered one of the leading spots for medical tourism these days. Apart from its accessible geographic location, one of the reasons why Turkey becomes the hot spot for all medical tourists is its affordability. Turkey is always ahead of new medical advancements. And if you want to know about the knee replacement surgery cost in Turkey, then you are on the right page.

Our orthopedic department deals with the treatment and surgeries related to bone and muscle pain. In Turkey, our orthopedic department will guide you throughout the treatment procedure after having a thorough consultation with you. They will suggest the best available treatment option for your knee pain in Turkey.

Knee Replacement cost in Turkey

Knee Replacement in Turkey	Cost in USD	Cost in Turkish lira
Istanbul	$5,665	₺84,975
Antalya	$5,948	₺89,224
Izmir	$6,005	₺90,074
Ankara	$5,892	₺88,374
Bursa	$5,977	₺89,649

Table of Contents

1. Why choose Turkey over the USA for knee replacement
2. Knee replacement options in Turkey
3. FAQs fopr knee replacement ion Turkey
4. Knee replacement precautions after surgery
5. How long does a knee replacement last?
6. Best surgeons for knee replacement in Turkey
7. Medical insurance for knee replacement in Turkey

What is knee replacement surgery?

Knee replacement is a major surgical procedure that helps to remove the damaged and diseased portion of your knee and replace it with prosthetic components. The damaged portion of the knee is shaved off and makes a place for the new prosthetic parts. In a knee replacement, the joints or the bony endings are relined with artificial parts.

How can you get high-quality medical treatment at such a low cost in Turkey?

There is one prenotion related to the fact that how we are providing quality medical treatment at such a low cost? This is possible because of the comparatively lower cost of daily lifestyle in Turkey. Here, we never compromise on the or the service we are providing to our patients.

Why choose Turkey over other countries for medical treatments?

As Turkey is having a fair share of history along with its diverse landscape, you will find almost all the trappings for a great holiday. In Turkey, more than enough reasons are there to occupy your time and to recuperate after the treatment. Patients from all over the world like the UK, Germany, France, the USA, and the Middle East are also coming for medical treatments in Turkey these days as it has become a viable option for medical tourism.

In Turkey, you will receive treatment quality assurance from qualified and experienced practitioners. And even if you are thinking about the cost factor, Turkey is a good option for that too. Moreover in case of accommodation and transportation also, you will stay ahead if you have opted for Turkey.

Places for knee replacement in Turkey

• Istanbul
• Antalya
• Izmir
• Ankara
• Bursa

Among these Antalya and Istanbul will be the best possible place to go for knee replacement in Turkey.

Low cost Knee Replacement in Turkey

Low cost Knee Replacement in Istanbul is $5,600.
Low cost Knee Replacement in Antalya is $5,900.
Low cost Knee Replacement in Izmir is $6,000.
Low cost Knee Replacement in Ankara is $5,800.
Low cost Knee Replacement in Bursa is $5,900.

Why choose Istanbul over other cities in Turkey?

Besides being the capital of international medical tourism in Turkey, Istanbul is considered the most colorful tourist spot for the summer holidays. Other than that, we have many positive patient reviews who have got their treatment done in Istanbul, Turkey.

In Istanbul, you will find almost 3% of all JCI accredited healthcare organizations in World.

FAST FACTS about Knee Replacement Surgery: 

Components of a knee replacement prosthesis

• Femoral component- this part of the prosthesis represents the thigh portion and is made up of metal. It covers the end of the thigh bone.
• Tibial component- this part represents the shin bone which is made up of metal and UHMWPE material i.e medical-grade plastic. This portion of the prosthesis covers the tip of the tibia.
• Patella or the knee cap- this portion of the prosthesis is made up of polythene and this is the largest part of the prosthesis.

When to opt for the knee replacement surgery?

• Pain around the knee joint
• Stiffness
• Osteoarthritis
• Difficulty while sitting or standing.
• Joint swelling
• Joint deformities
• Gout
• Pain or deformities in knee joint
• Rheumatoid arthritis

Is it necessary to go for a knee replacement surgery?

When a patient’s knee is damaged or diseased by any knee injury in the past or it is damaged by arthritis and the patient is unable to perform regular activities like walking or difficulty while standing after sitting at one place for a longer time, your doctor will suggest you go for this surgical treatment option. Before that, your doc will evaluate your response to all other nonsurgical treatment options like medications or walking with support and if this becomes no longer helpful, you should go for knee replacement surgery.

Knee Replacement package price in Turkey

Knee Replacement package price in Istanbul ₺85,000.
Knee Replacement package price in Antalya ₺90,000.
Knee Replacement package price in Izmir ₺91,000.
Knee Replacement package price in Ankara ₺89,000.
Knee Replacement package price in Bursa ₺90,000.

Types of knee replacement in Turkey

• Total or B/L  knee replacement surgery – in case of severe arthritis, both the knees of the patients can be replaced by an open surgical procedure. Nowadays computer-assisted prosthetic alignment can be done before the actual surgical procedure which can increase surgical precision. This can surprisingly reduce your knee pain.

• Unicondylar knee replacement- this is a minimally invasive procedure that can be done if half of the joint gets worn out. This is more economical. As this is a more conservative procedure, the postoperative hospital stay will be less and recovery will be faster.

Precautions before undergoing knee replacement surgery

•  Consult all your queries related to the procedure with your surgeons and clear your doubts.
• Make sure you inform all your past and present medical history to your doctor.
• If you are prone to some allergic reactions or you are taking any herbal supplements, you need to mention that too.
• If you are anemic, you should start having iron supplements before you go for surgery.
• Women on OCP(Oral contraceptive pill) should stop taking pills at least before one month of surgery.

After getting confirmation from the lab reports and medical examination that you are undergoing total knee replacement surgery, your surgeon or medical personnel will guide you and your family about the Dos and Don’ts before surgery. You should also discuss whether a complete or partial knee replacement surgery will be necessary for you or not to imp[rove the function of the knee joint or to alleviate the joint pain you are suffering from.

Post-operative instructions after getting knee replacement in Turkey

• Avoid vigorous cardio training or weight lifting.
• Heavy physical activities
• Squatting
• Use of Indian commode
• Avoid sitting on the floor with cross leg posture

Once your surgery is over, our staff will escort you and your family from the hospital to your accommodation.

Expected result of a knee replacement surgery

The surgical outcome can vary from person to person. You should discuss your expectations from the surgery with your surgeon before the surgery. After undergoing knee replacement surgery patients can get relief from the pain and can resume their daily activities without any limitation.

 If the patient is having any leg deformity and wants to go for correction of that, he/she should consult that with their surgeon.

Procedures after getting a knee replacement surgery done in Turkey

• The patient is transferred to the post-operative observation room
• The bandage is tied over the knee
• A surgical drain is placed at the operated knee which is coming out of the bandage. This is done to remove any amount of collected blood and to reduce the chances of infection.
• An IV line is used to administer liquids or antibiotics over the next few days.
• IV channel is placed at the patient’s arm for blood transfusion during surgery if needed.
• A urinary catheter is placed in the case of elder patients to help in urine discharge. 

Your medical personnel in Turkey will monitor you for one night completely in the observation room. After the evaluation of all your test results i.e ECG, breathing rate, pulse rate, pulse pressure, your doc will permit shifting the patients into their respected room.

Post-operative management

To get your previous mobility back after the knee replacement surgery, you need to go for physiotherapy systematically for

• You should start with in-bed exercise within 24 hours of the surgical procedure.
• After 24 hours of surgery, the drains should be removed and dressing size will be reduced and you can try at the bedside with one leg supported.
• After 2-3 days of surgery, you should stand and try a slow walk to the toilet with assistance.
• At this time you should use the western toilet with a high seat.
• After almost 14 days all the stitches are removed
• After 21 days you should start walking with some walking assistance or with a stick.
• And 4-6 weeks after the surgery the patient can start climbing the stairs with support.
• After 12 weeks postoperatively, you can start driving but you should do it with precautions like wearing a knee cap.

FAQs after getting knee replacement surgery in Turkey

• What are all the medications you have to take?
• Will there be any follow-up visits?
• When can you resume your work and regular lifestyle?
• When can you start doing exercises?
• How to do the postoperative wound management and when the stitches will be removed?
• What is the success rate of knee replacement surgeries done by your surgeon?
• Will the new knee prosthesis start acting right after the replacement?

After how many days the patient can get discharged from the hospital?

The patient can get discharged after 4- 5 days of surgery.

How much time can a patient expect that prosthesis to work properly?

The knee replacement prosthesis can work efficiently for up to 15 years.

How to choose doctors if want to go for a knee replacement in Turkey?

You can go through the reviews of those who have already been through knee replacement surgical procedures in multiple medical forums and if you are worried about some negative review, you can always consult with your doctor about the matter.

• Look for the experience of orthopedic surgeons and positive patient stories.
• You can also look for the success rate of knee replacement surgery done by your surgeon. 

Best doctors for knee replacement surgery in Turkey

Well-experienced and board-certified general surgeons and orthopedic surgeons can perform the procedure. And make sure to check the accreditation of the hospital from where you are getting your knee replacement surgery done. In Turkey, most of the hospitals where you can get the best healthcare services are JCI (Joint Commission International)  accredited.

Why should you go for knee replacement surgery in Turkey?

Along with the beautiful serenity of nature in Turkey, you will get well-experienced and skilled surgeons who are comfortable with the best and latest available technology. You will get personalized care from trained medical personnel. Hence it ensures shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery. In Turkey, you will find 46 JCI, ISO-accredited healthcare organizations. Among these 29 hospitals are present in Istanbul itself.

Any botched-up case of knee replacement surgery in Turkey? 

To date no such cases have been reported as here in Turkey, surgeons are way more skilled and experienced. But to avoid these kinds of cases, you should choose your surgeon carefully.

Medical insurance in Turkey for knee replacement surgery

In Turkey, hospitals accept health insurance. Before that, you have to make sure that your insurance is internationally valid. You can consult with your financial advisor about the cost of the treatment procedure and can produce all the documents for the same.

Make sure to check the availability of insurance coverage in the specific hospital from where you are going to get your knee replacement done in Turkey.

 Though nowadays EMI facilities are available in some financial agencies. If your insurance company provides coverage also, it will bear a partial amount of its budget. So, you should read the details and go for it. Even if your insurance company bears it now, you might have to pay a higher premium for later.

How can we help you with your medical tour in Turkey?

Our main purpose is to provide a comprehensive treatment inclusive travel package. This provides consultation fees, hospitalization, laboratory cost, medications, arranging accommodation, travel fare, visa assistance, and others. There is no such hidden cost in our offered package. All prices are inclusive of taxes.

Along with that, we offer transportation services to all our patients from the airport, hotels, and from clinics that belong to us. Our representatives will guide you so that you can avail all the facilities and amenities available in Turkey.

Payment modes available in Turkey

Euro, USD, and Turkish Liras are used as currency. Cash and credit cards are accepted here. You might get a discount for cash payments. For card payments no such option is available. You can use your debit cards in ATM withdrawals. But in foreign countries, you might face limited cash withdrawal. In that case, you should contact your bank and ask to increase your daily limit for a larger amount of withdrawal.

Documents required while traveling to Turkey for medical treatment

The list of documents which you need to carry and check before leaving the house are as follows-

• Passport copies
• Driver’s license
• Bank statement
• Health insurance papers
• Medical records
• Test reports
• Referral notes from your local doctor

And other items as per your destination. You should check with the concerned authorities before starting your journey.

Takeaway-  if your orthopedic surgeon is suggesting you go for a knee replacement surgical procedure, you should go for it without any hesitation. Even after this, you are confused about your knee replacement surgery in Turkey,  you can always reach us at the contact number mentioned on the page.

We will help you out to find affordable treatment under our hospital network in Turkey.