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Pectus Excavatum: Nuss Procedure

A minimally invasive repair that lifts the sunken breastbone with a bar placed from inside, through small side incisions, planned by our thoracic surgery team.

HIGHLIGHTS

What stands out in this treatment

Camera-guided Safe Passage

While the bar passes behind the breastbone, a thoracoscope keeps the heart and lungs under continuous view.

A Bar Shaped to You

The length and curve of the bar are bent to the patient during surgery, based on chest measurements.

Pain Control Planned in Advance

Epidural, nerve block and patient-controlled analgesia options are planned with the patient before surgery.

International Patient Team

Travel, accommodation and companion arrangements are coordinated; a medical interpreter stays with you through discharge.

Transparent, Guaranteed Pricing

A written quote follows once bar count and stay are set; unless the plan changes, there are no surprise costs.

Insurance & agreements

Transparent payment with contracted institutions and private insurers, at home and abroad.

Accommodation & rooms

Companion-friendly modern patient rooms and in-city accommodation support.

International patient services

Visa, airport transfer and 24/7 multilingual medical interpreters.

Transparent, guaranteed price

A quote prepared from your medical information; no extra charge for the treatments it covers.
OVERVIEW

Who it's for & conditions treated

Who is it for?
Teens and young people with a markedly sunken breastbone
Patients with moderate or severe depression measured on CT
Those reporting breathlessness or early fatigue on exertion
Patients who did not respond enough to vacuum bell therapy
Those whose daily life is affected by the appearance of the chest
Conditions treated
Symmetric Pectus ExcavatumAsymmetric Pectus ExcavatumCardiac DisplacementExertional BreathlessnessRigid & Mixed Deformity (Ravitch)Vacuum Option for a Flexible Chest
TREATMENTS

Our treatment methods

Pectus Excavatum: Nuss Procedure
A minimally invasive repair that lifts the sunken breastbone with a bar placed from inside, through small side incisions, planned by our thoracic surgery team.

Preliminary Evaluation

Heart & Lung Tests

Bar Placement

Early Mobilization & Breathing

Bar Removal

TREATMENT TIMELINE

From day one to discharge

The timeline below is an average and varies by patient, diagnosis and clinical status. Exact timing and all included services are detailed in your personalized treatment offer.
Application
Sharing photos, tests and symptoms; remote preliminary review
Tests
CT, echocardiography and breathing tests; surgical suitability decision
Surgery
Thoracoscopy-guided bar placement; starting the pain-control protocol
Hospital Stay
Early mobilization, breathing exercises and pain follow-up; usually a few days
First Weeks
Controlled activity; avoiding heavy lifting and contact sports, check X-ray
Bar Removal
A short second procedure usually after 2–3 years, then long-term follow-up
Every treatment offer is presented in full detail — accommodation, transfer, interpreter and follow-up included — clearly stating what is covered.
HOW IT WORKS

A completely carefree treatment journey

1
Online application
Fill the form or message us on WhatsApp; share your file in seconds.
2
Free evaluation
Our specialists review your file and reply within 24 hours.
3
Personalized plan
Treatment steps, timeline and transparent cost are clarified.
4
Welcome & treatment
Airport pickup, accommodation and treatment — coordinated end to end.
BY THE NUMBERS

Our center in numbers

2–3
years: usual time the bar stays in place
VATS
thoracoscopy-guided bar passage
50+
countries of patients served
7/24
medical interpreter support
TECHNOLOGY

Our diagnostic and treatment technologies

Technology

Da Vinci Xi

TrueBeam LINAC

Biplane Angio

Advanced Imaging

Gait Robot

Arm Robot

WHY DORUK

What sets us apart here

JCI accreditation & patient safety
Accredited to international JCI standards; an independently audited quality and patient-safety system.
Multidisciplinary expert board
Every case is planned by a board where all relevant specialties decide together.
Diagnostic and treatment technologies
Da Vinci Xi, TrueBeam LINAC and advanced imaging systems are used in diagnosis and treatment.
International patient services
End-to-end support with visa, airport transfer, accommodation and multilingual medical interpreters.
Transparent, guaranteed pricing
A quote prepared from your medical information; the hospital charges no extra for the treatments it covers.
Continuous post-treatment follow-up
Regular tele-medicine check-ups and care coordination after you return home.
INFO & BLOG

About diagnosis, treatment and recovery

Who is the Nuss procedure suitable for?
What is the best age for surgery?
How long does the operation take?
How long will I stay in hospital?
Will there be pain after surgery?
What are the possible risks?
What should I avoid while the bar is in place?
When and how is the bar removed?
PRICING

Transparent treatment pricing

How your price is set
Your first consultation is free; your medical information and tests are reviewed. After the review, your personalized price covering all planned treatment and diagnostic steps is sent to you.
PRICE GUARANTEE

Our quote is a binding commitment

The quote prepared and shared based on the medical information you provide is guaranteed: for every treatment it covers, the hospital charges no extra fees.

Written, binding quote
Your quote is prepared from your medical information and shared in writing.
No surprise charges
For the treatments the quote covers, the hospital requests no extra charge.
All covered treatments included
Every planned treatment is included in the guaranteed price.
PATIENT STORIES

Recovery journeys in their own words

Patient stories
All patient stories
PATIENT VOICES

What our patients say

The treatment here is truly excellent. I feel myself getting better every day.

Vilma
Netherlands · Rehabilitation

We were very pleased with the level of service, the attention and the care.

Nurles
Kyrgyzstan · Check-up
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the consultation paid?
How do I apply from abroad?
Visa and transfer support?
How is post-care follow-up?

Free evaluation for Pectus Excavatum: Nuss Procedure

Our international team replies within 24 hours. Visa, transfer and accommodation included.

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