Pectus carinatum is the protruding deformity of the chest wall. It is seen less frequently than pectus excavatum.
Pectus carinatum occurs in the form of unilateral or bilateral involvement of the rib cartilage and structural disruption in the upper or lower projection of the sternum. Our expert pectus surgery in Turkey – transforming chests and lives.
Symptoms may change for every individual and depending on disease level.
These are:
Modified Ravitch surgery is a surgical procedure used to correct the deformity of the chest wall known as pectus excavatum. For this procedure, an incision is made in the mid-chest region. The abnormal cartilage is removed and the rib cage is pushed down.
The length of hospital stay after this surgery, depends on the patient’s condition and pain control.
Abramson surgery is a minimally invasive procedure performed through small incisions. It takes about 30-45 minutes and general anesthesia is applied.
During the surgery, small incisions are made on both sides of the chest, as in the Nuss surgery. Through these incisions, the Lorenz bar, which was prepared specifically for the patient, is placed between the breast bone and the muscle tissue and pressed down. The operation ends with the fixation of the bar to the ribs on both sides of the chest wall.
We only use FDA approved American brands in our surgeries.
We prefer products such as trocar, energy device, stapler and single use products to every patient.
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Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is among the top 10 best hospitals in Turkey and has an international JCI certificate from United States, which is awarded only to the best hospitals in the world.
Private and suite rooms in hotel comfort. Everything has been considered for the patient and companion. The companion can stay with the patient and 3 meals are included in the package.
We have been performing thoracic surgery for 25 years.
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🌀 With an illustrious career spanning 31 years, Dr. Erkan Yıldırım has become a distinguished authority in the field of thoracic surgery.
🌀 He has performed over 10,000 thoracic surgeries, showcasing his exceptional skill and dedication.
🌀 In particular, he has performed over 100 lung transplant cases, making significant contributions to this life-saving procedure.
🌀 Dr. Yıldırım has also successfully performed over 800 surgeries for Pectus Excavatum and over 150 Pectus Carinatum, demonstrating his expertise in this specialized area.
🌀 He has also performed over 1,000 ETS surgery for excessive sweating.
🌀 Observer Thoracic Surgeon at Zurich University (Switzerland) in 2002
🌀 Observer Thoracic Surgeon at Toronto University (Canada) in 2004
🌀 Surgical Fellowship for Lung Transplant Program at Toronto University (Canada) in 2007-2008
🌀 Observer Thoracic Surgeon at Leuven University (Belgium) in 2008
🌀 Observer Thoracic Surgeon at Kyoto University (Japan) in November 2012
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