Frequently Asked Questions


You can find frequently asked questions about IVF in this section.


Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How do I schedule an appointment for IVF?

To see if IVF would help you, please call our office to get an offer. You can reach our office at +(90) 212 347 9668 or send an e-mail now to info@pietrahealth.com.

  1. How long does in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment take?

IVF treatment takes approximately 18–20 days. The patient can return to his/her country after the embryo treatment. The patient can get information about the required tests by contacting the doctor before coming to Turkey. This way, everything will be ready for them upon their arrival in Turkey, which will correspond to the second or third day of the menstrual cycle. Doctors recommend this method. If a co-operative doctor can be found in the country, the treatment period can be reduced to 11–12 days by starting in advance.

  1. When should someone opt for IVF treatment?

The decision process will vary depending on the underlying problem or age of the woman. A healthy couple that is struggling to conceive should resort to visiting the doctor one year after their relationship begins, if the woman is 35 or younger. Women over the age of 35 can visit the doctor if they are struggling to conceive after a period of six months.

  1. At which age should IVF treatment be considered?

IVF treatment can be applied until the age of 45. In women who are 30–35 years old, the pregnancy rate is roughly 50 percent. This rate falls to 35 percent between the ages of 35–40. In those aged 40–42, this rate is 10–15 percent; however, it further decreases to 3 percent after age 42. A woman’s age is the most critical factor. In vitro fertilization should be realized at the ages of 37–38.

  1. Will retestings of IVF treatments increase the chance of pregnancy?

Every attempt has a certain rate, which does not rise upon consecutive attempts. When women younger than 35 years make four trials, 75 percent of them are able to get pregnant.

  1. Do the drugs used in IVF treatment have side effects?

IVF treatment drugs are designed to be used for 10–12 days. These medicines will cause no damage to health in any way.

  1. Do medicines used in IVF treatment increase the risk of ovarian cancer?

According to the research, medicines used in vitro fertilization treatment do not harm the ovaries.

  1. How many times can IVF treatment be tried?

If pregnancy does not occur within the first four trials, the chance of pregnancy occurrence in subsequent trials significantly reduces.

  1. What are the factors that adversely affect the success during IVF treatment?

The age of the woman, the weight of the woman, the quality of the ovary and any anomalies in the uterus.

Additionally, the male sperm quality, obesity, smoking and alcohol consumption.

  1. Are there differences between babies born from frozen embryos and babies born via the IVF method?

No. There is no difference in the rate of pregnancy between fresh embryo and frozen embryo. No difference exists between these two methods that will trigger an anomaly in the baby.

  1. Why should Turkey be the preferred location to receive IVF treatment?

IVF treatment in Turkey costs less than in many other countries. In addition, patients can be included in a program without long wait periods. While obese patients are not admitted to the program in the United Kingdom, there is no weight limit in Turkey. Additionally, patients receive more face-to-face attention in Turkey.

  1. From which countries do the highest number of patients visit Turkey from for IVF treatment?

The United Kingdom.

  1. How much cheaper is the IVF treatment in Turkey compared to the U.K.?

Treatment costs in the U.K. are nearly three times higher than the costs in Turkey. The approximate cost is $2,500 in Turkey, while approximately $7,500 in the U.K.

  1. What should patients returning home after a successful IVF treatment do?

Patients returning to their country after treatment can consult with their local doctors.

  1. Do you see active treatment every day for 18 days?

It is enough for the patient to visit a doctor once every 3–4 days

  1. Could there be complications in IVF treatment?

Complications within IVF treatments are very unlikely (1/1,000).

  1. Can the sex of the baby be selected in IVF treatment?

In Turkey, determining the gender of the baby is prohibited. However, patients requesting this are encouraged to visit Cyprus with their Turkish doctor.

  1. Can men be vaccinated to raise sperm quality in IVF treatment?

The drugs tested on male in vitro fertilization were not found to be successful until now.

  1. What can men do during IVF treatment?

Men should abstain from alcohol and cigarettes to increase their sperm quality. Exercises should also be done to combat obesity.

  1. How should patients receiving IVF treatment be nourished?

Patients receiving IVF treatment should eat healthy just like everyone else.



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