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Esophageal diverticula surgery in Turkey, Prices of Istanbul Clinics 2025

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Suffering from an esophageal diverticulum can be a source of discomfort and complications. If surgery is necessary, Turkey offers an interesting alternative.

Thanks to often more attractive costs and a high level of medical infrastructure, many patients opt for digestive surgery for esophageal diverticulum in Turkey.

Cost of an esophageal diverticulum surgery in Turkey

The cost of an esophageal diverticulum surgery in Turkey will vary depending on the type of surgery performed.

Turquie Santé is the right choice for successful esophageal diverticulum surgery. Thanks to our network of partner clinics, you can benefit from surgery performed by recognized specialists in facilities equipped with the latest medical technology.

From your preoperative consultation to your postoperative follow-up, we'll be with you every step of the way.

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What is an esophageal diverticulum?

An esophageal diverticulum is a small, abnormal pocket that develops in the wall of the esophagus, similar to a bulge on a pipe. This pocket can hold food, fluid, or mucus, which can cause a variety of problems.

Esophageal diverticula come in several forms, each with a specific cause:

Zenker's diverticulum: Located in the throat, this is a small pouch that forms when the muscles involved in swallowing don't work properly.
Medio-thoracic diverticula: These pockets often form as a result of inflammation or a problem with the movement of the esophagus.
Epiphrenic diverticulum: Located just above the diaphragm, it is often associated with disorders that affect the way the esophagus contracts.

Causes of esophageal diverticula

The exact causes of esophageal diverticula are not always clear. However, they are often associated with :

Swallowing problems.
Aging of the esophageal tissue.
Changes in esophageal motility.

These factors can lead to an increase in pressure in the esophagus, which favors the appearance of these pockets.

What are the symptoms?

The manifestation of esophageal diverticula is variable and closely related to their size and location.

The most common symptoms of an esophageal diverticulum are:

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).
Regurgitation of food.
Persistent throat fullness.
Halitosis (bad breath).
Chest pain.
Repeated respiratory infections, often associated with micro-aspirations.

Diagnosis of esophageal diverticula

The diagnosis of esophageal diverticula is based on a variety of medical tests:

Upper GI Endoscopy: This test uses a small camera to directly visualize the inside of the esophagus, confirming the presence of the diverticulum and assessing its size and location.
Barium radiography: This test uses a contrast agent (barium) to visualize the esophagus on x-rays. It can be used to assess esophageal transit and to highlight the diverticulum.
Esophageal manometry: This test measures the pressure in the esophagus, allowing us to assess esophageal motility and look for associated disorders.
CT scan or MRI: These imaging studies may be performed to provide additional information about the size and extent of the diverticulum and to evaluate adjacent organs.

Treatment of esophageal diverticula in Turkey

In Turkey, the treatment of esophageal diverticula is individualized and depends on several factors: the size and location of the diverticulum, the presence and severity of symptoms, and the underlying causes.

Small, asymptomatic diverticula generally do not require specific treatment, while larger diverticula or those associated with symptoms such as dysphagia may require surgical or endoscopic intervention.

In addition, if the diverticulum is associated with another esophageal motility disorder, the latter may also need to be treated.

Treatment options include :

Medical treatment

Dietary modification with soft foods and adequate hydration may relieve some symptoms.

Medications may be prescribed to control associated disorders such as gastric reflux or esophageal spasm.

Endoscopic Treatment

Endoscopic diverticulotomy is a procedure in which the wall of the diverticulum is cut to allow it to communicate with the lumen of the esophagus, allowing its contents to drain and preventing complications.

Surgical Treatment

If medical or endoscopic treatment fails, or in the case of a large diverticulum or serious complications, surgery may be considered.

There are two surgical options:

Diverticulectomy: Surgical removal of the diverticulum is indicated in cases of large diverticula, complications (infection, bleeding),or failure of medical and endoscopic treatments.
Myotomy: In this procedure, the muscles surrounding the diverticulum are cut to facilitate the passage of food.

Treatment of esophageal diverticula in Turkey

Process of esophageal diverticulum surgery

To ensure the success of the surgery, a thorough evaluation is performed prior to the procedure. This includes medical imaging tests (such as endoscopy, CT scan, or MRI) to visualize the diverticulum and plan the surgery optimally.

The surgery is performed under general anesthesia, which means you will be asleep throughout the procedure.

The main stages of the operation are as follows:

Incision: The surgeon makes an incision, either open (cervical, thoracic, or abdominal) or by laparoscopy (a less invasive technique using small incisions and a camera).
Diverticulum removal (diverticulectomy): The diverticulum, the small pouch that has formed in the esophagus, is completely removed.
Myotomy (if necessary): Sometimes a small incision is made in the muscles of the esophagus to make it easier for food to pass through and to reduce the risk of recurrence.
Suturing: The incision is carefully closed.

Postoperative phase

In the hours following surgery, the patient is admitted to the intensive care unit for close monitoring. The length of hospital stay varies depending on the complexity of the surgery and the patient's individual response to treatment.

First weeks after surgery

A liquid or semi-liquid diet is gradually introduced to allow for a smooth resumption of eating.

Chest pain, relieved by medication, and difficulty swallowing are common during the healing process.

Convalescence period

Re-education of swallowing skills may be necessary to restore normal eating habits.

Regular check-ups with the surgeon are recommended to monitor healing and detect any complications.

Resumption of normal activities is gradual and depends on each patient's tolerance.

Postoperative complications

Although rare, postoperative complications of esophageal diverticulum surgery may include:

Bleeding.
Surgical site infection.
Latrogenic injury to adjacent structures.
Diverticulum recurrence.
Esophageal strictures.
Esophageal fistula.

It is important to report any unusual postoperative symptoms to your surgeon.

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