Prof. MD. Cem Arıtürk
Vascular Surgery
Areas Of Interests
Advanced, Minimally Invasive Vascular Surgery for Superior Clinical Outcomes and Faster Recovery
Prof. Dr. Cem Arıtürk is a leading specialist in Vascular Surgery and Varicose Veins Treatment, renowned for delivering world-class care at Liv Hospital by placing the patient at the core of his practice. His approach is distinctly patient-centric, focusing on precision diagnostics and personalized advanced treatments that minimize invasiveness and prioritize patient comfort. Prof. Dr. Arıtürk's deep clinical expertise encompasses the full range of vascular conditions, from complex aortic diseases and carotid artery surgery to state-of-the-art management of venous diseases and varicose veins.
He is a firm proponent of using cutting-edge technology to facilitate minimally invasive procedures, which are key to achieving faster recovery times and optimal clinical outcomes. His specialization includes modern endovascular interventions and non-surgical varicose vein treatments such as radiofrequency and laser ablation, as well as new-generation bioadhesive (glue) methods. Furthermore, he is highly proficient in advanced techniques like Endoscopic Graft Harvesting for coronary bypass procedures, reflecting his extensive experience and commitment to technical excellence gained across prestigious institutions like Dr. Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Center. This dedication to incorporating the most advanced treatments and sophisticated surgical methods ensures that every patient at Liv Hospital receives the highest standard of tailored and effective vascular care.
As a full Professor at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine and Liv Hospital, Cem Arıtürk is a prominent academic authority who translates continuous scientific research directly into evidence-based clinical practice. His scholarly background includes roles as an Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at Acıbadem University and a faculty position at İstinye University, solidifying his role as an influential educator and mentor in the field of Cardiovascular Surgery. His treatment protocols are continuously updated and validated by the latest scientific data, ensuring patients benefit from care that is globally informed and empirically sound.
Prof. Dr. Arıtürk's commitment to advancing surgical science is demonstrated by a robust portfolio that includes more than 50 scientific articles published in national and international peer-reviewed journals, along with over 100 proceedings presented at global congresses. His research focuses on critical areas such as hybrid treatment approaches in aortic diseases, endovascular repair of ruptured aortic aneurysms, and complex vascular anomalies. This dedication to scientific contribution has been recognized with five scientific awards at various congresses, highlighting the impact of his work. Holding active memberships in prestigious international societies like the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS) and the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS), Prof. Dr. Arıtürk maintains prestigious certification and an international perspective, making him a scientific leader who ensures the highest standards of diagnostics and treatment for his patients.
- Project manager in the ongoing project titled "The Effect of Topical Rifamycin Use in Open Heart Surgery on Surgical Site Infections", coded ATADEK 2012-370, which was accepted at the 60th meeting of Acıbadem University Ethics Committee on 07.08.2012
- ATADEK 2012-418, which was accepted at the 68th meeting of the Ethics Committee of Acıbadem University on 18.12.2012, "How Reliable is INR Follow-up with CoaguChek XS in the cardiovascular surgery patient population?" Project manager in the ongoing project titled
- Accepted at the 87th meeting of Acıbadem University Ethics Committee on November 05, 2013, coded ATADEK 2013-540, "Evaluation of the effect of non-pulsatile current on microcirculation from the sublingual area with a hand-held microscope (IDF-CytoCam Braedius Medical, Naarden the Netherlands) Assistant researcher in the ongoing project titled "
- Ethics Committee of Acıbadem University dated 28 January 201492. Assistant researcher in the ongoing project titled "Comparison of the Effects of Open, Bridging and Endoscopic Techniques Used in Saphenous Vein Graft Preparation on Saphenous Vein with Light and Electron Microscopy", accepted at the ATADEK 2013-568 meeting.
- Adopted at the 93rd meeting of the Acıbadem University Ethics Committee on February 11, 2014, the ongoing article titled ATADEK 2014-588, titled "Comparison of the Techniques During the Intake of Serum Physiological Solutions Used for Various Purposes in Open Heart Surgery in terms of Contamination and the Development of Related Infections" assistant researcher on the project
- 7.1. Articles Published in International Refereed Journals
- 7.1.1. Kurc "‹"‹E, Aydemir NA, Sargin M, Ariturk C. Traumatic Aneurysm in Persistent Sciatic Artery. Innovations : Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery. 2010-5(2):131-3
- 7.1.2. Iyigun T, Ciloglu U, Ariturk C, Civelek A, Â Tosun R. Recurrent Cardiac Metastasis of Primary Femoral Osteosarcoma: A Case Report. Heart Surg Forum 2010;13(5):144-49
- 7.1.3. Iyigun T, Ariturk C, Â Ciloglu U, Â Dagsali S. An unusual presentation of a usual cardiac mass: neo-vascularised left-atrial myxoma: European Journal of Cardio-thoracic Surgery. 2011;40(4):e162
- 7.1.4. Arıtürk C, Ökten M, Dağdelen S, Toraman F, Karabulut H. A Hybrid Therapy As Third Approach For Type 1 Proximal Endoleak of Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Replacement : Caroticocarotid Bypass and Re-Redo Endovascular Therapy. J Saudi Heart Assoc 2013;25(4):273"“76
- 7.1.5. Çetin M, Aksu E, Atik C, Arıtürk C, Karabörk O. Â Left Coronary Artery With Anomaly Originating From Pulmonary Artery In A Patient With Congestive Heart Failure .Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2013;21(3):786-88
- 7.1.6. Atik C, Arıtürk C, Karabörk O, Arıkan A, Çetin M, Kütük G. Treatment of a rare coronary artery anomaly with coronary artery bypass graft surgery: Case Report Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. 2013;21(4):1071-73.
- 7.1.7. Alhan C, Arıtürk C, Toraman F, Senay S, Okten M, Gullu AU, Kilic L, Karabulut H, Toraman F. Use of bone wax is related to increased postoperative sternal dehiscence. Kardiochiurgia I Torakochirurgia Polska. 2014; 11(4):385-90.
- 7.1.8. Gullu AU, Burnaz TD, Okten EM, Senay S, Ariturk C, Toraman F, Kocyigit M, Yaylancı S, Karabulut EH, Alhan C. Emergent endovascular repair of ruptured abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysms in a single center: Midterm outcomes. chirurge 2014; 109:753-57
- 7.1.9. Arıtürk C, Karabulut H, Toraman F. Which Parameters Are Important When Evaluating Kidney Damage and Acute Renal Failure Caused by Cardiopulmonary Bypass? Turk Gogus Heart Checkers. 2014;22(2):474-76.
- 7.1.10. Ariturk C, Toraman F. Evaluation of Early Postoperative Hemodynamic Instability. Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. 2014;22(3):702-4
- 7.1.11. Arıtürk C, Ustalar Ozgen ZS, Toraman F, Okten M, Gullu U, Erkek E, Uysal P, Senay S, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Efficacy of Near-Infrared Spectrometry for Monitoring the Cerebral Effescts of Severe Dilutional Anemia. HeartSurg Forum. 2014;17(3):E154-9
- 7.1.12. Arıtürk C, Â Â Okten M, Ustalar Ozgen ZS, Male E, Uysal P, Gullu U, Senay S, Karabulut H, Alhan C, Toraman F. Utility of Cerebral Oxymetry for Assessing Cerebra Arteriolar Carbon Dioxide Reactivity During Cardiopulmonary Bypass. HeartSurg Forum. 2014;17(3):E169-72
- 7.1.13. Buturak A, Tekturk BM, Degirmencioglu A, Ulus S, Surgit O, Ariturk C, Zencirci E, Gorgulu S. Transradial catheterization may decrease the radial artery luminal diameter and impair the vasodilatation response in the access site at late term: an observational study. Hearts and Vessels. epub
- 7.1.14. Ariturk C, Okten M, Gullu U, Senay S, Buturak A, Gormez S, Toraman F, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Mitral valve repair for ischemic mitral insufficiency: an increased early postoperative risk for elderly. Turk Gogus Heart Checkers. 2015; 23(2):239-244
- 7.1.15. Toraman F, Ariturk C. Ischemic modified albumin for detecting periopera
- Istanbul Medical Chamber (ITO)
- Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery (TKDCD)
- National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery (UVECD)
- Phlebology Association
- Turkish Society of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiac Surgery (Turkish MIRC)
- European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons (EACTS)
- The Cardiothoracic Surgery Network (CTSNet)
- European Society of Vascular Surgeons (ESVS)
- Toraman F, Â Özgen ZSU, Güçlü P, Erkek E, Â Kart JS, Aksu U, Arıtürk C, Mete G, Ökten M, Şenay S, Karabulut EH, Alhan C. Can Microcirculation Be Evaluated with Standard Monitoring in Adult Cardiac Surgery? Chest, Cardiovascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Association19. National Congress, 16-19 May 2013, Trabzon; Oral Presentation Competition 1st Prize
- Toraman F, Özgen ZSU, Kilercik M, Aksu U, Arıtürk C, Kart JS, Ökten M, Male E, Güçlü P, Şenay S, Karabulut EH, Alhan C. The Effect of Dilutional Anemia and Transfusion on Kidney Functions  Breast, Heart, Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Association19. National Congress, 16-19 May 2013, Trabzon; Oral Presentation Competition 3rd Prize
- Ulugöl H, Aykut G, Kilercik M, Kutsioğlu T, Atalan N, Aksu U, Arıtürk C, Toraman F. Investigation of the Effect of Anemia and Transfusion on Kidneys and Other Organs in Diabetic Patients with Cardiopulmonary Bypass. Chest, Cardiovascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Association 20th National Congress, 17-20 April 2014, Marmaris; Oral Presentation Competition 1st Prize
- Ulugöl H, Kilercik M, Ökten M, Male E, Güçlü P, Aksu U, Tosun M, Arıtürk C, Karabulut H, Toraman F. The Effect of Cardioplegia Type on Endothelial Glycocalyx Integrity in Open Heart Surgery. Cardiovascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Association 20th National Congress, 23-26 April 2015, Marmaris; Oral Presentation Competition 1st Prize
- Uğur M, Arıtürk C, Recep E, Özen Y, Coşkun N, Akbal Kahraman H. Pulmonary Embolism Response Team Improves Early and Effective Treatment of Pulmonary Embolism, 20 National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress, 28-31 October 2021 Antalya, Oral Presentation Competition
