Orthopedics and Traumatology

The branch of science that diagnoses all kinds of musculoskeletal systems and applies the necessary treatments is called Orthopedics and Traumatology. Orthopedics and traumatology deals with congenital or acquired problems in the musculoskeletal system.

What Diseases Does the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology Cover?

Orthopedics and traumatology department covers problems related to bone fractures, neck and waist hernias, congenital musculoskeletal systems. In addition to these, common ailments such as joint pain, rheumatism, nerve compression, lengthening and leg inequalities, heel spurs, and bone inflammations are included in the scope of orthopedics and traumatology. For diseases such as sports traumatology and orthopedic oncology, which are called occupational diseases, you should apply to the orthopedics and traumatology department.

What are the Methods Used in the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology?

In the orthopedics and traumatology department, certain methods are followed in order to diagnose all kinds of problems related to the musculoskeletal system and to apply the necessary treatments. X-rays, tomography, discography, blood tests, bone scanning are among these diagnostic methods. In addition to these, MR, Arthrography MR, Doppler Ultrasound, Electromyography are among these diagnostic methods.

Which Treatment Methods Are Used in the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology?

Treatment methods applied in the orthopedics and traumatology unit vary depending on the disease. Meniscus transplantation, stem cell treatments, PRP treatment are frequently used treatments in the orthopedics and traumatology unit, which has various departments such as joint prosthesis, robotic prosthesis surgery, knee and hip prosthesis, hand surgery and microsurgery, pediatric orthopedics and traumatology, height extension and leg inequalities. among the methods. In addition, prostheses, amputation, arthroscopy, robotic knee replacement surgeries are among the treatment methods we use for our patients to lead a comfortable life.

Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospitals Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Maltepe University Medical Faculty Hospitals orthopedics and traumatology department offers our patients the best diagnosis and treatment of all kinds of congenital or subsequent problems in the musculoskeletal system with our orthopedic doctors who are experts in their fields. By analyzing the treatment methods of the diagnosed diseases in the best way, we aim for our patients to live a comfortable and healthy life with surgery or different treatment methods if necessary.