Treatment of Female Infertility in Turkey
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In vitro fertilization (IVF) is among the leading assisted reproductive technologies, which are used for the treatment of infertility in women. IVF fertilization is carried out outside the female body, artificially, in an "in vitro" environment. For this purpose, a healthy oocyte (egg cell) and spermatozoa (extracted from sperm) are combined in a tube. As a result of their fusion, an embryo is formed, which is cultivated to the desired size in an incubator (for 5-7 days) and transferred into the uterine cavity.
In Turkey, IVF fertilization ends with pregnancy in 80% of cases after the first embryo transfer procedure. Thanks to the well-coordinated work of Turkish specialists in the field of reproductive medicine and compliance with a clear algorithm of female infertility treatment in Turkey, many women are happy to become mothers here. The doctors pay special attention to women's health state, preparing them for IVF fertilization.
In IVF clinics, before planning a treatment regimen, a comprehensive examination of both partners is carried out. The doctors study the results of instrumental and laboratory tests. Particular attention is paid to the spermogram (sperm analysis) of a man and the assessment of fertility of a woman. If necessary, additional tests are prescribed (laparoscopy, MRI, and others).
As a rule, these examinations are not included in the cost of the general IVF program in clinics, since they are paid additionally.
Depending on the results of the diagnostics, the doctors develop the most suitable individual treatment regimen for the particular woman. IVF in Turkish clinics includes several stages. These are preparation (administration of hormones, extraction of eggs), fusion of egg with sperm in a tube, transferring an embryo or few embryos in the uterus and control of the pregnancy, which occurs as a result of IVF fertilization.
The success of in vitro fertilization depends mainly on the experience of the doctor and a well-elaborated treatment regimen. Booking Health consultants will help you find the best reproductive medicine specialist for infertility treatment at affordable prices.
Examination and preparation for IVF fertilization
In Turkey, as in the rest of the world, in vitro fertilization is considered one of the main methods of infertility treatment. It is important to reveal causes that prevent pregnancies in the particular couple. That is why Turkish fertility specialists pay special attention to the preliminary examination and preparatory stage.
The results of the diagnostics make it possible to detect the cause of infertility, determine the optimal protocol of IVF treatment in Turkey, assess the woman's health and the fertility of the man (sperm quality), as well as eliminate the negative factors, which prevent the embryo from attaching to the uterine walls.
Both spouses (man and woman) undergo the examination, which includes the following procedures:
- Blood test (complete blood count, blood biochemistry, blood type and Rh factor, markers of infectious diseases, hormone levels).
- Ultrasound examination, including the transvaginal ultrasound examination.
- Diagnostic laparoscopy (as an additional examination).
- Spermogram (sperm analysis).
The examination in Turkish medical centers detects the causes of infertility with 100% accuracy. Highly informative and modern equipment of clinics ensures the successful treatment of the detected pathological conditions.
What types of IVF protocols are performed?
The protocol of IVF in Turkey is a scheme for stimulation of superovulation, namely, a regimen of administration of hormonal drugs before IVF fertilization. The IVF protocol in Turkey is a special table-calendar in which a particular drug, its dosage, time of intake and the duration of the course are described in detail. Thus, a woman's ovulation is stimulated in order to produce more than two eggs (one egg becomes mature in the natural cycle).
The following types of IVF fertilization are carried out in Turkey:
- In vitro fertilization protocol in a natural cycle. This protocol does not involve the use of hormone therapy. The follicle matures naturally, under the monitoring of ultrasound diagnostics.
- Short-term protocol. Intake or injection of hormones starts at the beginning of the menstrual cycle.
- Teramoto protocol (super short-term). The duration of hormone therapy is minimal. The regimen is used in women after 40 years, in order to prevent the development of side effects of hormonal therapy.
- Long-term protocol. The hormone therapy starts before menstruation.
- French protocol. In this case, the intake or injection of hormones takes a long time. Thus, in a small size of oocytes, they have sufficient time for growth and development.
- Super long-term. The preparatory stimulation is carried out before the main stimulation of superovulation.
The IVF fertilization regimen, where frozen material (sperm and eggs) is used, is also available in Turkey.
Stages of the procedure
IVF fertilization in Turkish clinics includes several sequential stages.
Hormone therapy
Depending on the results of preliminary diagnostics and the individual characteristics of the woman's health state, the protocol of "ovulation induction" is prescribed. For this purpose, hormone-based drugs are applied in the form of injections or oral administration, for example:
- FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone)
- LH (luteinizing hormone)
- HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin)
The use of hormonal agents is combined with the administration of gonadotropin-releasing antagonists. Hormone therapy takes from one to three weeks, during which the maturation of the follicles is monitored using ultrasound.
Harvesting oocytes
After the maturation of the dominant follicle and its growth to the sufficient size, a puncture is performed for the oocytes harvesting. The procedure of harvesting oocytes is performed under ultrasound guidance, as well as under anesthesia.
After harvesting oocytes, they are extracted from the follicular fluid and processed. After that oocytes are placed in a special nutrient medium that stimulates their growth.
Collecting sperm
Sperm is obtained naturally or surgically (testicular biopsy or microsurgical aspiration of sperm from the epididymis). The sperm is centrifuged for detection of the highest quality and the most active sperm cells.
In vitro fertilization
The following methods are used for the IVF fertilization procedure:
- In vitro fusion (in laboratory conditions 2-3 oocytes are fused with 100-200,000 male germ cells). 2-3 eggs and sperm cells are mixed in a tube, after which fertilization occurs within a few hours.
- ICSI. The sperm cells are injected into the oocyte with the help of microsurgical instruments. The technique is much more effective as compared to the conventional in vitro fertilization, but the price will be higher, which is explained by peculiarities of the procedure.
Transferring an embryo into the uterine cavity
3-6 days after the start of the in vitro fertilisation procedure, the embryo is transferred into the uterus. The procedure is performed without anesthesia, on a gynecological chair, and does not cause discomfort or pain.
Additional measures
In some cases, cryopreservation (freezing) of viable, healthy embryos is carried out.
PGD (preimplantation genetic diagnosis) is an examination of the embryo for the presence of genetic diseases.
Why do couples choose IVF clinics in Turkey?
The female infertility treatment in Turkey is a popular medical tourism destination, which allows many couples to become happy parents and successfully overcome infertility.
The IVF in Turkey is chosen by patients from all over the world. The reason for this is the high professionalism of fertility specialists, TOP-class professional equipment, affordable prices for IVF and a large list of services provided.
You can undergo high-quality female infertility treatment in Turkey at an affordable price thanks to the introduction of modern IVF technologies, the use of the very latest diagnostic equipment, and the availability of CO2 incubators for the cultivation of embryos.
The tourists are also attracted by convenient infrastructure of medical centers, which meets modern quality standards.
The main benefits of female infertility treatment in Turkey are as follows:
- Rapidly developing healthcare system. Nowadays, Turkey is considered a country with a fairly high level of medicine. Turkish doctors are trained and have practice in leading European countries, the state regularly allocates funding for the development of scientific activities (including the development of the pharmaceutical industry) and the healthcare system.
- High level of services. Medical centers specializing in reproductive medicine are equipped in a special manner in order to make the stay of the patient as comfortable and cozy as possible.
- The low cost of IVF treatment in Turkey. The cost of infertility treatment in Turkish medical centers is several times lower than in other countries with developed medicine, such as the USA, Germany, and Korea.
- The use of innovative IVF fertilization technologies. Before the procedure, a woman undergoes diagnostics, which is aimed at detection of the causes of infertility and monitoring of general health state. According to the examination results, the doctors treat the detected pathologies. This is largely due to the availability of microsurgical instruments, robotic techniques, and hybrid operating rooms. In addition, the use of modern technologies for in vitro fertilization allows the doctors to achieve positive results in the treatment of infertility (percentage of pregnancy after the first attempt of embryo transfer is higher than in other countries).
- Among the highly qualified specialists are gynecologists, fertility specialists, geneticists. The treatment of female infertility in Turkey is carried out only by certified specialists with extensive experience in the treatment of reproductive pathologies. The clinics specializing in reproductive medicine are internationally accredited and the quality of treatment is strictly regulated by the government.
- Absence of language barrier. Usually, the medical staff communicates in English and Russian. In addition, the manager of one of the largest medical tourism companies Booking Health will ensure interpreter support for patients coming to Turkey for in vitro fertilization from all over the world.
How much does IVF fertilization procedure cost in Turkey?
The cost of IVF treatment in Turkey depends on many factors, including the number and list of diagnostic procedures, in vitro fertilization protocol, and doctor's qualifications. For example, if diagnostic laparoscopy is prescribed additionally, the cost of the IVF fertilization procedure will be higher.
The cost of IVF fertilization procedure in Turkey is calculated individually and includes the entire list of standard diagnostic examinations before fertilization, preparation (hormone therapy) and all other stages of IVF fertilization.
In addition you need to pay for accommodation, flight, and interpreter services. Nevertheless, the cost of IVF treatment in Turkey is 30-40% cheaper than in other countries.
The average cost of in vitro fertilization in Turkish medical centers ranges from 2,500 to 7,000 USD.
Professional coordinators of Booking Health medical portal will help you to undergo IVF in Turkey, particularly in the Istanbul clinics. We will select the best fertility treatment option for you, considering also your financial possibilities.
The main clinics of Turkey are located in Istanbul. Booking Health will provide all the necessary information about the qualifications of TOP-class specialists and the best clinics in the country. After studying all the data, you can choose the best option.
Booking Health specialists will also help you contact the clinic, calculate the cost of IVF in Turkey, and book a hotel. We accompany people throughout the entire treatment period (in vitro fertilization procedures).
