In Vitro Fertilization
What is In Vitro Fertilization?
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a treatment method that can be applied for couples who want to have a baby and cannot have a baby for various reasons. IVF treatment aims to fertilize eggs and sperm in a laboratory environment, to place the embryos formed in the uterus and to conceive the expectant mother. In the light of this method, expectant parents are involved in a treatment process with various stages. This treatment process is a promising process. We care that couples who choose us for IVF treatment feel safe first and foremost. For this reason, we ensure that our expectant parents manage this process in a peaceful environment in cooperation with our team who easily understand each other. We know that the needs of each couple are different and in this direction, we guide the whole treatment process with our professional team.
Expectant mothers under 35 years of age for 1 year, expectant mothers over 35 years of age for 6 months, expectant mothers over 40 years of age for 3 months, if they have not been able to conceive despite regular sexual intercourse, it is definitely recommended to consult an IVF specialist to be evaluated in terms of fertility.
Eggs, sperm and uterus are needed for pregnancy to occur. Each one needs to be evaluated separately in terms of fertility. The fallopian tubes, which act as a channel or bridge, also play an important role. If there are no eggs and sperm, in vitro fertilization cannot be performed and donation treatments are recommended.
IVF treatment aims to identify the existing problems of couples, to resolve these problems and to enable couples to have children.
For this purpose, tests and examinations are performed to determine the existing problems, the problems are eliminated according to the results of the examinations (surgery, etc.) and the prospective parents are taken into the treatment program.
In Cyprus, a civil marriage is not required for IVF treatments. The number of embryos planned to be transferred in our country is maximum 3 according to the law. For this reason, Cyprus has become an attractive country due to the absence of a marriage requirement and the high number of embryos transferred.
IVF Treatment Process
Treatment is started on the 2nd or 3rd day of the expectant mother’s menstruation. If there are no conditions such as asynchronous egg development, cysts, etc. As a result of the examination, treatment is preferably started by performing hormone tests such as Estradiol-Lh-Progesterone.
A treatment protocol is determined according to the age, weight and egg reserve of the expectant mother. The most preferred of these protocols is the antagonist protocol (known as the short protocol). In this protocol, hormone injections are started at the dose deemed appropriate. The duration of treatment may vary from person to person. During this period, the number, size, development rate and intrauterine evaluation of the eggs are performed by vaginal ultrasound every 2-3 days.
When the eggs reach a sufficient number and size, a trigger shot is given, and egg collection is planned after 34-36 hours.
The last stage in the treatment process is the trigger shot hcg injection. The day and time of administration of the hatching needle trigger shot is very important because it affects the success of the treatmen. For this reason, the time difference between countries should be taken into consideration when determining the time of injection.
The expectant parents should be in Cyprus 24 hours after the trigger shot and 24 hours before the oocyte pick-up procedure.
Treatment Process of IVF Treatment in Cyprus
Day 0
The expectant parents will be in Cyprus 1 day before the egg retrieval procedure. Our team will call you or send you an information message about the points you should pay attention to before the procedure. You should be hungry and thirsty 8 hours before your procedure time. It is generally considered appropriate to fast after 00.00. You should not eat or drink anything after this time.
Day 1
You will be picked up from your hotel by a private vehicle in accordance with your treatment plan. Your entire treatment process is carried out confidentially in line with information security. If necessary, you will be examined by our doctor before the procedure.
Preliminary preparatory stage before the procedure: Preparations for gowning, signing information and consent forms, insertion of serum are made
OPU- (oocyte pick up), the procedure takes place within 10-15 minutes under anesthesia) The sperm sample taken from the father-to-be and the eggs are combined with the microinjection (ICSI) method by our expert embryologists in our laboratory. Our specialist nurses will start additional medication for the rest of your treatment. If your treatment includes an injection procedure, our nurses will arrange for it to be performed at your hotel.
Day 2
The egg and sperm are combined by microinjection and it is checked whether they are fertilized, and if so, how many of them are fertilized. After the check, you will receive a call from our embryologist. Therefore, your phone should be switched on during the day.
Day 3
Day 2 of your embryos.
Your embryos will be monitored by our embryologists in a safe environment.
Meanwhile, you can enjoy your vacation in the unique nature and sea of Cyprus.
Your embryos will be safe with our expert team.
Day 4
Since it is the 3rd day of your embryos development, their quality and number will be evaluated.
In some special cases, transfer can be planned on the 3rd day of embryos developmentIf you will not have a transfer, you can continue enjoying your vacation or rest.
Information about this process will be given to you by our embryologist.
Day 5
It is the 4th day of your embryos development
You do not need to come to the clinic.
Our nurses will inform you during the day about your treatment process, your transfer time and the things you should pay attention before the transfer.
Day 6
Transfer day
To achieve high success and reduce the risk of multiple pregnancy or increase the chance of multiple pregnancy, embryo transfer is usually done on day 5.
This procedure is called blastocyst embryo transfer.
On the day of transfer, you may experience emotions such as excitement and anxiety.
Our team will always be with you during this process.
In order for the embryo transfer to take place easily, You are expected to have a full bladder. For this reason, you are asked to drink about 1 liter of water 1 hour before the transfer. After the pre-transfer preparations are completed, you will be informed about your embryos and your transfer will be completed.
The embryo transfer process takes 10 minutes in total. Bed rest is 30 minutes. You will be informed by our team about your treatment and the issues you should pay attention to after the transfer.
If you have any remaining embryos, they will be frozen upon your request.
Day 7
We hope your procedure went well
Return time
You will be transferred comfortably from your hotel to the airport.
Return time
You will be transferred comfortably from your hotel to the airport.
The Process After IVF Treatment
The most exciting period is 12 days.
We hear a lot that it’s like 12 years. We are excited as you are and we sincerely hope that the process will be successful.
If your pregnancy test is positive, we recommend that you make an ultrasound appointment 10 days later.
Depending on the results, you may sometimes be asked to repeat the pregnancy test after 2 days. If the pregnancy test is negative, the medication will be stopped and a repeat test may be requested