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Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Abroad

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Key planning information for vagus nerve stimulation abroad.

$4,900 fromLowest listed price (Israel)
2 hrsProcedure time
15 hospitalsList vagus nerve stimulation
17Countries with hospitals listed

Vagus Nerve Stimulation abroad is listed from US$4,900 to US$23,000 at 15 hospitals in Israel, with 17 countries listed in total. The operation takes 2 hours. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.

Prices last updated Jul 2017

Description of Vagus Nerve Stimulation:

What is Vagus Nerve Stimulation?
Vagus nerve stimulation is a method of epilepsy treatment. It requires a surgical procedure in which a device like a pacemaker is implanted in the body, which generates electric pulses to stimulate the vagus nerve. Vagus nerve stimulation is done to decrease the severity, length, and number of seizures in a patient. In some cases, the frequency of the seizures is also reduced. However, it does not affect some patients and it cannot completely cure epilepsy.

About Vagus Nerve Stimulation

Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.

Duration of surgery/treatment
Approximately 2 hours
Days admitted
Vagus nerve stimulation is done either as an inpatient or an outpatient procedure. As an inpatient, the patient will stay overnight in the hospital.
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Recovery
- Pain medication may be provided by the doctor if required. - Vagus nerve stimulation is usually successful in reducing 50% of the seizures. - The settings of the stimulator are adjustable and follow-up visits may be scheduled to adjust it to the accurate settings. - The patient will be taught how to use the magnet to increase stimulation temporarily. - When the battery of the vagus nerve stimulator runs out after many years, the implant will be replaced in an outpatient procedure.
Risks
The risks of the surgery include: - Injury to the surrounding blood vessels, e.g. carotid artery and jugular vein - Infection - Bleeding - Allergy to anesthesia The side effects associated with vagus nerve stimulation are mild and temporary. They include: - Hoarseness - Coughing - Discomfort in the throat - Swallowing difficulty - Tingling sensation in the neck - Headache - Ear pain The settings of the stimulator may be adjusted by the doctor if the side effects persist.
After care
- Patients who have vagus nerve stimulation implants should avoid powerful magnets that may affect the settings of the stimulator. - If patients are required to do Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), they must inform about their vagus nerve stimulation implant. If the doctor allows the MRI to be performed on patients with stimulator implants, the stimulator needs to be switched off prior to the scan. - Patients should avoid areas which have warning sign posts for pacemakers. - The doctor’s instructions on safety precautions should be followed carefully.

Cost of Vagus Nerve Stimulation by country

Price ranges in US$ for each country with a published range. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.

CountryMinimum priceMaximum price
Vagus Nerve Stimulation in IsraelLast updated Jul 2017$4,900$23,000
Price starting from $4,900 up to $23,000 · last updated Jul 2017.Final prices are quoted by each hospital

Hospitals and clinics offering Vagus Nerve Stimulation abroad

Vagus Nerve Stimulation is listed by 15 hospitals abroad. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.

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Anadolu — photoPrivate Hospital
Istanbul (Gebze), Turkey
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

Anadolu Medical Center is one of the most modern, comprehensive and respected hospitals in Turkey. Anadolu is affiliated with John Hopkins Hospital.

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Hospital Velmar — photoPrivate Hospital
Ensenada, Mexico
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIPrice on request

Welcome to our Private Hospital, where a friendly and courteous team of medical specialists with a wealth of scientific knowledge and ethical standards is committed to taking care of your healthcare needs. Our goal is to provide unmatched medical care by constantly innovating and investing in the tr

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Hospital Universitario San Vicente — photoPrivate Hospital
Medellín, Colombia
ISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

The Department of Neurology at San Vicente Fundacion provides comprehensive neurological care for patients, develops new treatments and cures for neurologic diseases, and offers teaching programs to train the next generation of neurology professionals.

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Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center — photoPublic University Hospital
Tel Aviv, Israel
JCI Gold Seal of ApprovalJCIISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

The Division of Neurology diagnoses and treats a broad range of brain disorders and nervous system conditions. Using state-of-the-art methods and therapies, expert neurologists treat illnesses such as strokes, epilepsy, movement disorders, neuromuscular diseases, memory disorders.

PricesVagus Nerve Stimulation upon requestAdditional charge for VNS (Vagus Nerve Stimulator) kit for epilepsy tr upon request
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Hospital San Jose TecSalud — photoPrivate Hospital
Monterrey, Mexico
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A JCI accredited hospital, located 150 miles from the border with Texas, United States. The hospital is a full range tertiary care hospital, with five areas of excellence: Cardiology, Oncology, Neuroscience, Organ Transplant and Liver Disease.

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