Thulium Laser Prostatectomy (THUFLEP) — Advanced Minimally Invasive Technique
What's included in this package
Medical Procedures
- Prostatectomy
Duration
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- Personal medical coordinator
- Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices
- Patient advocacy during medical travel
Programme price
What's NOT included in this package
Doctor
Dr. Basri Cakiroglu is an Associate Professor of Urology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in urooncology, pediatric urology, and male infertility treatment. Dr. Cakiroglu performs complex surgical interventions using the robotic da Vinci system. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.
- Performs robotic prostatectomy and kidney-sparing surgeries.
- Treats conditions including varicocele, prostatitis, and polycystic kidney disease.
- Specializes in andrology, infertility, and pediatric urological care.
- Authored numerous medical articles in international and local journals.
How are we doing?
About the clinic
Prostatectomy at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul, Turkey may cost around €12,350 for laparoscopic surgery or €6,950 for laser treatment. The clinic is JCI-accredited and offers these procedures under the care of Prof. Dr. Basri Çakıroğlu, a urological surgeon with 32 years of experience.
About the Procedure
Prostatectomy removes part or all of the prostate gland. Hisar Hospital provides two main surgical approaches. Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy uses small incisions and a camera. Thulium laser prostatectomy (THULEP) employs laser technology for precise tissue removal.
Surgeon Expertise
Prof. Dr. Çakıroğlu has performed over 900 urological procedures. He specializes in pediatric urology and urooncology. His training includes work at Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital. He has published in international medical journals.
Treatment Package
The all-inclusive package contains:
- Surgery and anesthesia
- 4-night hospital stay (laparoscopic) or 2 nights (laser)
- Pre-operative tests and consultation
- VIP airport transfers and translator services
- 24-hour nursing care with meals
- Post-operative follow-up care
Recovery Process
Patients typically stay mobile within 24-48 hours after surgery. A catheter remains for 1-2 weeks post-operation. The hospital recommends staying in Turkey for 7-10 days for proper recovery monitoring.
Hisar Hospital maintains a 4.5/5 rating from 185 patient reviews. Those considering prostate treatment can request more details about the surgical options and personalized care plans.
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