Corn Removal Surgery

Corn Removal Surgery In Turkey

Turkey offers high-quality treatment services with competent and expert orthopedic specialist in the field of podiatry. Treatments of common foot disorders are carried 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 in different foot care operations in Turkey to offer advanced foot care treatments.

Corn is a thick and hardened skin tissue formed by excessive friction, pressure and pressure on the skin. It usually occurs on the feet, especially on the toes and soles of the feet, due to factors such as inappropriate shoe choice and obesity.

Some types of corns that are left untreated may progress deeper into the skin, in which case surgical intervention is required. Corn surgery is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that is generally performed under local anesthesia and lasts 30 minutes.

Who Are The Eligible Candidates For The Corn Removal Surgery?

Generally, corns are occured due to factors such as choosing inappropriate shoes, standing for long periods of time, obesity and excessive sweating of the feet.

Although they do not cause any problems at first, in later periods, hardening and thickening in the skin area with corn, pain, color change, inflammation and sensitivity in the area of corn are observed. These symptoms may reach a level that affects individuals' daily activities. If individuals have tried other treatment methods and have not been successful, they are deemed suitable for surgery.

How Is The Corn Removal Performed?

Corn surgery is the operation of scraping or removing corns from the skin. It is a minor surgical procedure that usually takes 30 minutes under local anesthesia.

Recovery From Corn Removal Operation In Turkey

Since the surgery is performed with local anesthesia, there is no need to stay in the hospital, but the surgeon performing the surgery will decide whether to stay or not depending on the patient's condition. Rest and wound care are very important after surgery. Keeping the operated area elevated and applying cold compress also positively affects healing.

Medical dressings are changed every two days and stitches are removed within 10 to 17 days, depending on the condition of the wound.

Depending on the callus removed and the area of the foot, total healing may take between 4 and 6 weeks to 3 months.

Post-operative Key Points Of Corn Removal Operation

• Correct usage of prescribed medicines
• Protective products that prevent callus from forming again should be used
• Appropriate shoes should be preferred
• Weight control should be ensured
• Silicone insoles or silicone finger protectors should be used
• Keeping dry and clean of incisions

The Benefits Of Corn Removal Surgery In Turkey

Although corns do not cause problems at first, they begin to cause serious pain, inflammation, sensitivity and thickening in the future when they are not treated. These conditions may cause patients to receive treatments such as antibiotics and have difficulty walking. Individuals who have tried other treatment methods and have not been successful are relieved of their pain and callus-related complaints after corn surgery. And if they follow post-operative care procedures, they will minimize the recurrence of corns.

How Does Corn Removal Surgery Cost In Turkey?

The corn removal surgery cost is varying depending on the healthcare provider, surgeon’s experience, the ruptures and deformities, the surgery method, location where surgery is performed.

Turkey offers affordable treatments for Corns. For learning more about the Corn Removal Surgery in Turkey, you can request us a free quote.