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Türkiye: Hematology

Haematology is the field of blood diseases. This chapter explains how haematology care is organised in Türkiye.

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Figure 1.Haematology is the field of blood diseases.

01Short answer

In Türkiye haematology departments operate in university hospitals, Ministry of Health training-and-research and city hospitals, and large private hospitals. Adult haematology is a subspecialty of internal medicine; children are treated in paediatric haematology-oncology departments. The Turkish Society of Hematology (THD) organises national guidance, courses and congresses for doctors. Treatment plans are usually based on international protocols (for example ESMO and ELN recommendations).

02Simple explanation

Adults: a haematologist.

Children: a paediatric haematologist-oncologist.

THD: the national professional society.

03Scientific explanation

Protocols: the ESMO patient guide on AML explains the treatment phases (induction, consolidation, transplant); Turkish centres use similar international approaches.

Diagnosis: according to the NCI, the choice of treatment depends on the type of leukaemia, genetic changes and the patient’s condition.

04What happens in the body?

Referral to haematology

When a family or other doctor sees an abnormal blood test, they refer you to a haematology clinic. In emergencies you may be admitted directly.

Council

Complex cases are discussed by haematologists, pathologists, radiologists and transplant specialists.

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Figure 2.Complex cases are discussed at a council.

Guidance

THD prepares national guidance for doctors; you can ask which protocol your plan is based on.

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Figure 3.Treatment follows guidance.

05The haematology path in four steps

From referral to plan.

Referral — Haematology clinic.1ReferralHaematology clinic.
Tests — Blood, bone marrow, genetics.2TestsBlood, bone marrow, genetics.
Council — Team discussion.3CouncilTeam discussion.
Plan — Explained to you.4PlanExplained to you.
PrecisionThe plan fits your type of leukaemia.
TeamSeveral specialists review it.
ClarityYou know what to expect.

06Key points at a glance

TopicIn brief
Referral to haematologyWhen a family or other doctor sees an abnormal blood test, they refer you to a haematology clinic. In emergencies you may be admitted directly.
CouncilComplex cases are discussed by haematologists, pathologists, radiologists and transplant specialists.
GuidanceTHD prepares national guidance for doctors; you can ask which protocol your plan is based on.

07Key terms

Hematoloji
Haematology.
Konsey
Multidisciplinary council.
Protocol
A treatment scheme.
ELN
European LeukemiaNet recommendations.

08Key points

  • Adults: haematologist.
  • Children: paediatric haematologist-oncologist.
  • The council reviews complex cases.
  • THD provides national guidance.
  • Ask which protocol you are on.

09Frequently asked questions

How do I choose a haematologist?

A department experienced in leukaemia and linked to a transplant centre is preferable.

Oncologist or haematologist?

Blood cancers such as leukaemia are usually treated by a haematologist.

Are there Russian- or English-speaking doctors?

International patient units in large hospitals usually provide language support.

10Questions for your doctor

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  1. How do I choose a haematologist?

  2. Oncologist or haematologist?

  3. Are there Russian- or English-speaking doctors?

My questions

12Sources

  1. Türk Hematoloji Derneği (Turkish Society of Hematology). Official website (in Turkish)
  2. ESMO. Acute Myeloid Leukaemia: a guide for patients
  3. National Cancer Institute (NCI). Adult Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®) – Patient Version
  4. Ministry of Health of the Republic of Türkiye. Official website
  5. CBG-MEB (Medicines Evaluation Board). Official website
  6. Rijksoverheid. Geneesmiddelen (in Dutch)
  7. Sanquin. Official website
  8. Matchis. Dutch stem cell donor centre (in Dutch)
  9. CAK. Official website (in Dutch)
  10. Patiëntenfederatie Nederland. Official website (in Dutch)
Medical disclaimerThis information is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.
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