A well-prepared examination saves time and makes the right decision easier. This page explains what you should have with you, from booking an appointment to the day of your examination.
Appointments and ContactAppointments are booked through MHRS (Türkiye's national hospital appointment system): the MHRS mobile app, the website mhrs.gov.tr, or the telephone line 182. Choose Tatvan State Hospital as the hospital and Cardiac and Vascular Surgery as the department. Details are on the Appointments and Contact page.
Your old reports are your most valuable test.
So that your legs can be examined comfortably, wear loose-fitting trousers or a skirt. If you use compression stockings, bring them with you. During the examination, the veins and arteries are assessed with Doppler ultrasound if needed.
Do not stop your medicines yourself before the examination, especially blood thinners. If a procedure is planned, you will be told separately which medicine to stop and when.
Sudden swelling and pain in one leg, sudden shortness of breath or chest pain, and a cold, pale or dark purple foot are not conditions to wait for a booked appointment. In these cases, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.