Primary General Surgery Procedures and Treatment Areas:

1. Gastrointestinal System Surgery

• Esophageal Surgery: Surgery for reflux disease (Fundoplication), achalasia, diverticula, and tumors.

• Stomach Surgery: Complications of gastric ulcers, stomach tumors (gastrectomy), gastric bypass (including obesity surgery).

• Biliary Tract and Liver Surgery: Gallbladder stones (cholecystectomy – laparoscopic/open), biliary tract obstructions, resection of liver cysts and tumors, coordination of liver transplantation.

• Pancreatic Surgery: Complications of pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts and tumors (including the Whipple procedure).

• Small and Large Intestine Surgery: Appendicitis (appendectomy), diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis), colon and rectal cancers, intestinal obstructions.

2. Abdominal Wall and Hernia Surgery

• Inguinal Hernia Repair: Using open or laparoscopic (TAPP, TEP) methods with mesh.

• Umbilical Hernia Repair

• Incisional Hernia Repair: Utilizing complex abdominal wall reconstruction techniques.

• Others: Repair of epigastric, spigelian hernias.

3. Proctological Surgery (Diseases of the Anal Region)

• Hemorrhoid Treatment: Rubber band ligation, hemorrhoidectomy, stapled hemorrhoidopexy (Longo).

• Anal Fissure Treatment: Medication, lateral internal sphincterotomy.

• Anal Fistula (Perianal Fistula) Treatment: Fistulotomy, seton placement, advanced techniques like LIFT, VAAFT.

• Pilonidal Sinus Treatment: Excision and primary closure, flap surgery (Limberg, Karydakis).

4. Endocrine Surgery (Detailed in the “Endocrine Surgery” section)

• Thyroid and parathyroid gland surgeries.

• Adrenal gland surgery.

5. Breast Surgery

• Diagnostic Procedures: Fine-needle aspiration biopsy, core needle biopsy.

• Cancer Surgery: Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy), chest wall resection, simple/radical mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary dissection.

• Removal of Benign Lesions: Fibroadenoma, cyst excision.

6. Emergency Surgery and Trauma

Conditions requiring urgent surgery such as acute appendicitis, cholecystitis, perforation, intestinal obstruction, and spleen injuries.

7. Minimally Invasive Surgery (Closed Surgery)

• Laparoscopy: Intervention on intra-abdominal organs through small incisions using a camera and instruments. Results in less pain, faster recovery, and smaller scars.

• Robotic Surgery (Da Vinci): Provides superior precision, 3D imaging, and filtered surgeon movements, especially in confined areas like the pelvis and upper abdomen.

Your General Surgery Process with Need Health:

• Specialist Evaluation: Your current complaints, diagnosis, and test results are evaluated by our experienced general surgery specialist in Turkey. Additional imaging or tests are planned if necessary.

• Surgical Decision and Technique Selection: Your surgeon explains the most suitable treatment path for your condition (non-surgical follow-up, medication, or surgery). If surgery is required, the least invasive possible technique (laparoscopic/robotic) is prioritized.

• Modern Surgical Environment: Your surgeries are performed in internationally accredited, high-tech operating rooms with experienced anesthesia and nursing teams.

• Rapid Recovery Protocols: Your return to normal life is accelerated by implementing ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) protocols, such as early mobilization and early feeding after surgery.

• Comprehensive Patient Care: In addition to your entire medical process, your accommodation, transfer, and communication needs during your stay in Turkey are organized and monitored by Need Health.

General surgery forms the foundation of life-saving and quality-of-life-enhancing interventions. In this critical field, Need Health is your reliable and professional guide, connecting you with Turkey’s superior surgical facilities.