One of the most important problems faced by couples who want to have a baby through in vitro fertilization is; It is a decrease in the woman's ovarian reserve. Many methods are being developed on this subject. Gynecology, Obstetrics and In Vitro Fertilization Specialist Op. Dr. Seval Taşdemir told you what you need to know about the PRP method in in vitro fertilization treatment.
What is stem cell therapy (PRP)?
It is frequently heard in many areas of medicine. And there is a promising form of treatment: Stem cell therapy (PRP). Stem cells; They are extraordinary cells that have the ability to turn into any cell in our body, including egg cells, with appropriate biological stimulation. Stem cells in the ovary can turn into mature egg cells. What enables this transformation is the administration of a special fluid called PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), obtained from the person's own blood, to the ovaries.
Ovarian rejuvenation with PRP treatment
This process consists of two steps. First, a certain amount of blood is taken. This blood is divided into tubes and centrifuged to clean white cells and platelets from red blood cells. The preparation process takes less than 1 hour. The second step is to inject this fluid into the person's ovaries. During this time, vaginal ultrasonography is used and a short-term sedation is applied.
PRP's mechanism of action
Growth factors, the body's natural They are substances found in platelets and white blood cells that provide repair. These substances work in the damaged area, preventing infection, stopping bleeding, and ensuring vascularization and new cell growth.
Who is it suitable for?
PRP can be applied to any physically and mentally healthy woman if she falls into one of the following 4 categories:
- Those who are over 35 years of age, infertile, have decreased egg reserve and low AMH level in number and quality
- Those who are under 35 years of age, have low ovarian reserve and low AMH level
- Women with premature ovarian failure
- Those under the age of 50 who are in perimenopause and menopause
When is it applied?
Any time in women who do not menstruate can also be applied. For those who menstruate (regularly or irregularly), the most suitable period is the egg development phase after menstruation. AMH, LH, E2 and FSH values can be monitored to see the positive effects of the treatment.
Read: 0
