Deep brain stimulation (DBS) in Turkey

The essentials

What is deep brain stimulation (dbs)?

DBS is used for carefully selected movement disorders and some other specialist indications. Candidacy requires diagnosis confirmation, medicine review, brain imaging, cognitive and psychological assessment, and a multidisciplinary team able to programme and follow the device.

What it may aim to do

Reduce selected motor symptoms or fluctuations
Improve function when appropriate medicines no longer provide adequate control
Allow individualised stimulation adjustments after surgery

Is this treatment suitable for me?

A webpage cannot determine this safely. Suitability must be decided by the responsible specialist after reviewing your symptoms, examination, medical history, medicines and relevant tests. Our coordinator can help you prepare the right records, but does not make the clinical decision.

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Procedure and techniqueHow it may be performed and what to discuss

Electrode placement using stereotactic imaging and neurophysiology
Awake or asleep implantation depending on centre and indication
Pulse-generator implantation and later programming

The appropriate technique can only be selected after examination, clinical indication and informed consent.

Recovery and travelTypical milestones, Turkey stay and fit-to-fly decision

First days

Neurological observations, imaging and wound care follow surgery.

Weeks 2–6

Wounds heal and activity increases gradually.

Weeks to months

Programming visits adjust stimulation and medicines.

Long term

Battery, hardware, symptoms and programming require continuing specialist follow-up.

Planning your stay in Turkey

Often 9–13 days or longer to allow wound review and initial programming; the treating centre determines travel timing. This is a planning range. The treating team must confirm discharge and fitness to travel.

Price and inclusionsWhat may change the quotation

Device manufacturer and battery type
Imaging, neurosurgery and hospital stay
One-stage or staged procedure
Programming sessions and long-term follow-up
Hardware complication and replacement policy

Often included—confirm in writing

Surgeon and anaesthesia fees stated in the written quotation
Hospital or licensed surgical-facility charges
Routine pre-operative tests listed in advance
Standard medication and scheduled early follow-up

Often excluded—ask before paying

Flights, travel insurance and unrelated medical care unless stated
Extra nights, companion expenses or additional tests unless listed
Treatment of complications, readmission or revision unless the policy says so
Any procedure added after examination and informed consent

Questions and answersFAQ and a short consultation checklist

Does DBS cure Parkinson's disease or tremor?

No. It may improve selected symptoms in carefully chosen patients, but disease progression and non-responsive symptoms can continue.

Who programmes the device after I go home?

This must be arranged before travel. Programming is a continuing clinical service, not a one-time setting at surgery.

Can my result be guaranteed?

No. Surgery can improve a concern, but healing, scars, symmetry and the final result vary. A responsible surgeon explains the realistic range of outcomes and the possibility of revision without promising perfection.

When can I fly home?

Only after the treating team confirms that recovery is progressing safely. The suggested stay on this page is a planning range, not medical clearance. Longer flights, anaemia, mobility limits and clot risk may require a longer stay.

What should I arrange before travelling?

Share an accurate medical history, medication and supplement list, smoking or nicotine use, previous surgery and relevant photographs or reports. Arrange travel insurance, an adult companion where advised, time away from work and a named follow-up clinician at home.

When should I seek urgent help?

Follow the hospital's written emergency plan. New shortness of breath, chest pain, one-sided leg swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, fainting, high fever, rapidly worsening pain or sudden colour change require urgent medical assessment.

Ask the treating doctor

Why do you recommend this procedure for my case?
Who will perform the procedure, and where?
What should I expect during recovery?
What follow-up will I receive after I return home?

Sources and review statusReferences used for this general guide

These sources support general information only and do not replace advice based on your examination and history.

NINDS — Deep brain stimulation for movement disorders NHS — Deep brain stimulation

Last editorial update: 19 September 2026
Medical reviewer: Pending appointment