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In vitro fertilization (IVF) long protocol in Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham

Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham

Cham, Switzerland

Program id # 607387

Dr. med. Markus Bleichenbacher

Department of Reproductive Medicine

Specialized in: reproductive medicine

Specialization Curriculum vitae

The program includes:

Initial presentation in the clinic
Case history taking
Review of medical records
General physical examination
Laboratory tests:
- Complete blood count
- General urine test
- Biochemical blood test
- Inflammation markers
- Blood coagulation test
- Immune status
- Analysis for infections
- Hormone levels:
  - FSH
  - LH
  - Androgens
  - Progesterone
  - Prolactin
  - TSH-basal, fT3, fT4
Ultrasound examination of abdomen and small pelvic organs
Transvaginal ultrasound examination
Gynecological examination
Examination of the men:
- Spermogram
- Urethral smear analysis
- Tests for infections
Hormonal stimulation
In vitro fertilization (IVF)
Nursing services
Consultation of related specialists
Treatment by head doctor and all leading experts
Explanation of the individual treatment plan

All aspects of the program can be discussed with a medical advisor.

How program is carried out

You arrive in the hospital on the 19th day of the menstrual cycle. Our service starts at the airport. Our employee meets you at the airport and holds a sign with your name. In the individual folder you will find detailed information about the program.

The reproductologist will start from the general examination, you will undergo a number of laboratory and instrumental tests. After that, the doctor will elaborate an individual treatment plan, determine the drug dosages. You will receive a detailed explanation of all the procedures and will be able to contact your doctor for advice at any time.

For your convenience, we offer hotels or apartments within walking distance of the hospital. After the first appointment, you will have free time to rest. You can take the prescribed medications on your own or in the hospital. Also, several times, on the appointed days, it will be necessary to have an ultrasound examination (up to 3 times).

Stages of treatment

Blockage. On days 20-21 of the menstrual cycle, the pituitary gland is blocked with GnRH agonists. The purpose of the drug administration is to suppress ovarian function and stimulate maturation of more oocytes.

Ovarian stimulation. On the 2-4th day of the menstrual cycle, active stimulation of the ovaries with gonadotropins under constant ultrasound monitoring begins. It takes 10-14 days on average. An ultrasound examination is required to assess follicular growth. When the follicle is mature enough, a trigger injection is given.

The doctor will appoint the day of visiting the clinic. The time of oocyte collection (puncture) is determined. 36 hours before the puncture, a woman makes a stimulating (trigger) injection of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin).

Egg collection. In the hospital, the follicles are punctured with the collection of mature eggs (on the 12-15 day of the menstrual cycle). The husband of the patient, on his turn, collects the ejaculate. The ejaculate can be collected naturally, or by a puncture of the testicle (in azoospermia, obstruction of the vas deferens in men – the ICSI procedure).

Fertilization. 2-6 hours after egg collection, eggs are fertilized with the husband’s sperm. This is a laboratory procedure and no patient involvement is required.

Embryo culture. Fertilized eggs will be cultured for 1-5 days. According to patients’ needs and embryo status, best 1-3 embryos can be transferred to the womb.

Preimplantation genetic diagnosis. PGD is usually performed on day 3. It takes 1 day to receive the results. One or two cells from the embryo can be taken without harming it, and some genetic tests can be done in one or two days.

Embryo transfer. This procedure is painless and no anesthesia is required, although some patients need sedation. One hour after the procedure, patients can leave the clinic and can return home on the same day.

Pregnancy test. This test can be done 14 days after the embryo transfer.

Service support

We fully support your trip, regardless of the chosen program. We provide an individual medical coordinator and interpreter, help with choosing and booking a hotel, booking tickets, preparing medical reports.

Required documents

Medical records
Results of hormone blood tests (if available)
Pelvic ultrasoud (if available)

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About the department

The Department of Reproductive Medicine at the Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham offers the full range of modern assisted reproductive technologies for conception. For the onset of long-awaited pregnancy in women, the department's specialists apply all their clinical experience, as well as medical and technical resources of laboratories. The department is headed by Dr. med. Markus Bleichenbacher.

The first stage of treatment is individual consultation followed by the comprehensive diagnostics for detection of the causes of infertility, which can be very diverse. According to the diagnostic results, the medical specialist will decide on the most suitable technique or a combination of several techniques. The department's doctors strongly support couples on the way to the desired pregnancy.

The department’s range of medical services includes:

A set of preliminary examinations for women (hormonal status, tests for the presence of antibodies, assessment of the ovarian reserve, assessment of the endometrium, assessment of the fallopian tube patency, etc.), as well as male fertility assessment (spermogram)
Ovarian stimulation using tablet or injection hormone therapy (drug selection and dosage are determined individually)
Intrauterine insemination (performed in the absence of changes in the woman's uterus, as well as in the absence of sperm pathology in the partner; the essence of the procedure is the collection of high-quality sperm, which is inserted into the uterine cavity using a catheter)
Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) – in vitro fertilization with micro-injection of sperm into the egg
In vitro fertilization (a female egg is fertilized by male sperm outside the body – "in vitro")
Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (identification of genetic abnormalities in the embryo before implantation in the uterus, that is, before pregnancy)
Embryo transfer (transfer of embryos into the uterine cavity) – the procedure is carried out 3-5 days after fertilization
Cryopreservation
- Embryo cryopreservation
- Vitrification
- Ovarian tissue cryopreservation
- Sperm cryopreservation
- Testicular sperm extraction (TESE)
Psychological support
Other diagnostic and therapeutic options

Curriculum vitae

Higher Education and Postgraduate Training

2014 Diploma in Mammology, Swiss Society of Gynecology.
2012 MSc, Clinical Embryology, University of Leeds, UK.
2011 Specialization in Gynecologic Surgery and Obstetrics, Swiss Medical Association.
2001 Specialization in Reproductive Medicine and Endocrinology, Swiss Medical Association.
1997 Certified specialist in the field of ultrasound monitoring of pregnancy.
1996 Board certification in Gynecology and Obstetrics.
1990 Clinical Embryology studies, University of Leeds, UK.
1985 State Medical Examination, University of Basel.
Since 1979 Medical studies, Faculty of Medicine, University of Basel.

Professional Career

Since 2019 Head Physician of the Department of Reproductive Medicine at the Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham.
Since 2012 Head of his own Private Practice for Gynecology and Obstetrics (focus on Reproductive Medicine), Bern.
1999 - 2012 Managing Senior Physician and second Head Physician, new Gynecology Clinic in Lucerne. Specialization: reproductive medicine, diagnosis of breast diseases, consultations on dysplasia, gynecologic oncology, general gynecologic surgery, general obstetric surgery.

Photo of the doctor: (c) GEA IVF AG

About hospital

The Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham provides the high-quality medical services both in the region and throughout the country. The medical complex is part of the Hirslanden Private Hospital Group, which is known throughout Europe for its extremely high treatment success rates. The key areas of specialization of the clinic in Cham include general surgery, gynecology and obstetrics, orthopedics and spinal surgery. The medical facility also has a 24-hour emergency service. The surgical treatment is provided in 4 operating rooms equipped with the latest technology.

The health of the patients is in the good hands of an experienced team of about 100 specialized doctors. The experts of the medical facility admit for the diagnostics and treatment about 4,100 inpatients and more than 7,000 outpatients every year. The clinic has 65 beds for patient hospitalization. The Department of Obstetrics is known for exceptional competence and impeccable service – about 470 babies are born here every year.

The quality of medical and nursing services is regulated by a special quality management system, which has been certified since 2002 in accordance with the requirements of the European standard ISO 9001 (re-certification of ISO 9001:2015 in 2018).

The clinic is located in a building with a unique architectural design and properly thought-out interior. The patients live in conditions resembling a high-class hotel, so they feel as comfortable as possible here. The quiet and peaceful environment of the clinic contributes to the pacification and rapid recovery of patients.

Photo: (с) depositphotos

Accommodation in hospital

Patients rooms

The patients of the the Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham live in comfortable single, double and quadruple rooms with all necessary amenities. The standard room includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe with a locker, a table and chairs, a TV with a large selection of national and international channels, and a telephone (mobile phones are not allowed in specially designated areas of the clinic). There is also Wi-Fi access in the patient rooms. Smoking is prohibited on the premises of the clinic and on its territory. If desired, the patient can live in an enhanced-comfort room with a safe, a refrigerator and upholstered furniture.

Meals and Menus

The patient and the accompanying person are offered a daily choice of three menus. If you are on a specific diet for any reason, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment.

Further details

Standard rooms include:

Toilet

Shower

Wi-Fi

Religion

The religious services can be provided upon request.

Accompanying person

During the inpatient program, an accompanying person may stay with the patient in the patient room or at a hotel. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.

Hotel

During the outpatient program, you can live in a hotel of your choice. Managers will help you choose the most suitable options.

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Salem A., United Arab Emirates, July 2024, Dr. med. Gerhard Siebenhüner, Clinic of Advanced Biological Medicine Frankfurt am Main

Jennet A., Turkmenistan, July 2024, Dr. med. Gerhard Siebenhüner, Clinic of Advanced Biological Medicine Frankfurt am Main

Maria F., Czech Republic, April 2024, Prof. Dr. med. Frank Gansauge, LDG Laboratories Dr. Gansauge Berg

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