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Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation

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      Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation In Turkey

      Turkey offers high-quality treatment services with competent and expert Cardiologist in the field of Cardiology. Treatments of common cardiological disorders are caried out with advanced technology in hospitals and clinics with high standards. As Prospero Medical, we brought together a team who are specially trained experts and leading medical team in Turkey to offer advanced care and treatments.

      The heart has its own electrical system. It works properly with this electrical system. In a healthy heart, the heartbeat is between 60 and 100 beats per minute. In some individuals, the heartbeat may be faster than normal. Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder. It usually occurs in older individuals, but it is also possible to occur in young people. The most effective treatment method is atrial fibrillation ablation.

      Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Surgery (MAZE Procedure) is performed under general and takes between 1 and 2 hours.

      Who Are The Eligible Candidates For Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation?

      Atrial Fibrillation (Maze) operation is an open heart surgery. The purpose of this surgery is to prevent atrial fibrillation by blocking electrical impulses through small incisions made in the chambers that cause the arrhythmia. This procedure, performed under general anesthesia, takes between 1 and 2 hours.

      How Is Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation Performed?

      Atrial Fibrillation (Maze) operation is an open heart surgery. The purpose of this surgery is to prevent atrial fibrillation by blocking electrical impulses through small incisions made in the chambers that cause the arrhythmia. This procedure, performed under general anesthesia, takes between 1 and 2 hours.

      PREPARATION

      It is important for individuals with heart rhythm disorder symptoms to first be examined by a cardiologist. According to the examination, the surgery is planned. After the planning of surgery, there are pre-operative examinations such as full assessment of patient’s medical record, ECG (Electrocardiography), blood tests, holter device, echocardiogram, stress test, chest X-ray and anesthesiologist consultation.
      According to the patient’s medical record, doctor may ask for additional tests and examinations from different branches.
      The main aims of pre-examinations are evaluate the patient’s risk and maintain the patient’s health situation.

      ANESTHESIA

      General anesthesia is a chosen modality of anaesthesia for the atrial fibrilation ablation operation.

      ATRIAL FIBRILATION ABLATION (MAZE) OPERATION TECHNIQUE

      Maze operation is an effective atrial fibrillation treatment. Prior to the operation, general anesthesia is admninistered and the patient is put to sleep. Operation starts with making an incision on the rib cage. Operation entails creating obstacles on the paths that atrial fibrillation constantly follows where new steady paths are created for it to follow. A series of delicate incisions and lesions are made in the right and left atria, and the paths through which electrical currents constantly travel are closed and new paths are created. Thus, atrial fibrillation is therefore prevented. In this procedure, surgical procedures such as radiofrequency, microwave, laser, ultrasound and cryothermy can be applied. In brief terms, this operation could be resembled to the act of making a controlled wound creation on the heart. If individuals have other heart conditions, they can also be treated during this operation. After the necessary interventions are completed, the incisions are closed and the surgery is terminated.

      Recovery From Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation In Turkey

      After this operation, individuals stay in the hospital for 5 to 7 days. Individuals who require close observation may also need to stay in intensive care. It is important for discharged individuals to get plenty of rest. Generally the recovery time is 6 to 8 weeks. Individuals may feel weak and tired during this period. The number of people visiting should be limited and contact should be avoided. Individuals need to sleep 8 to 10 hours in the first weeks after surgery. It is also very important that they rest when they get tired while moving. Activities that will cause fatigue should be avoided after meals and they should not eat before going to sleep. General improvement is seen after 6 months.

      Post-operative Key Points Of Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation

      • Correct use of prescribed medicines
      • Avoiding strenuous activities
      • Avoiding heavy lifting
      • Get plenty of rest
      • Stop driving for 4 weeks
      • Balanced diet should be preferred
      • Doctor's check-ups should not be interrupted
      • Keeping dry and clean of incisions

      Benefits Of Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation In Turkey

      Atrial fibrillation is a very common heart rhythm disorder. Although it is generally seen in elderly individuals, it can also be seen in young people. This disorder, which does not show any symptoms at first, causes symptoms such as weakness, dizziness and fainting that will affect the daily lives of individuals in the future. If left untreated it can lead to paralysis. The percentage of normal rhythm formation after surgery is quite high (75 to 95%). After surgery, individuals managed to have their sinus rhythms restored, which is also known as the healthy rhythms. Another benefit of surgery is that individuals’ risk of stroke due to atrial fibrillation is significantly reduced.

      How Does Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation Cost In Turkey?

      The Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation cost are varying depending on the healthcare provider, cardiologist’s experiences, situations of disorder and location where treatment is performed.

      As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation in Turkey. To learn more about the Atrial Fibrilation Ablation (Maze) Operation, please contact us for a free quotation.

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