Embryo Transfer Treatment in Turkey
About Embryo Transfer
Key Highlights
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Final, crucial step in the IVF process to achieve pregnancy.Minimally invasive procedure typically requiring no anesthesia.Performed quickly (often under 30 minutes) on an outpatient basis.Guided by real-time ultrasound for precise embryo placement.Allows for the transfer of one or more selected, healthy embryos.Can utilize fresh embryos or previously frozen (cryopreserved) embryos./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Treatment for female factor infertility (e.g., blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis).
- Treatment for male factor infertility (e.g., low sperm count or motility).
- Unexplained infertility after other treatments have failed.
- Genetic disorders requiring Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT).
- Individuals or couples using donor eggs, donor sperm, or gestational carriers.
- Preservation of fertility prior to medical treatments like chemotherapy.
How to prepare
- Completion of ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval procedures.
- Laboratory fertilization and culture of embryos to the optimal stage (cleavage or blastocyst).
- Possible use of medications to prepare the uterine lining (endometrium) for implantation.
- Discussion and decision on the number and quality of embryos to be transferred.
- Avoidance of intercourse, strenuous activity, and certain medications as advised by the doctor.
- Arrival at the clinic with a full bladder to aid in ultrasound visualization during the transfer.
Risks & possible complications
- Multiple pregnancy (twins, triplets) if more than one embryo implants, carrying higher risks for mother and babies.
- Ectopic pregnancy (embryo implants outside the uterus, often in a fallopian tube).
- Procedure-related risks like mild cramping, spotting, or infection (rare).
- No pregnancy resulting from the transfer (the most common outcome per cycle).
- Very rare risk of injury to the cervix or uterus during catheter insertion.
- Emotional and psychological stress associated with the IVF process.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate rest for a short period (30-60 minutes) at the clinic post-procedure.
- Resumption of light, normal activities typically on the same day.
- Avoidance of strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and sexual intercourse for a period specified by the doctor (often 1-2 weeks).
- Continuation of prescribed progesterone supplements to support the uterine lining.
- Monitoring for severe pain, heavy bleeding, or fever, which should be reported immediately.
- A pregnancy blood test (beta-hCG) is scheduled approximately 10-14 days after the transfer.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days for full resumption of normal activities
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering embryo transfer in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for embryo transfer compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 551 – USD 1,652 | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 1-2 days for full resumption of normal activities | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,098 – USD 12,293 | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 1-2 days for full resumption of normal activities | Know More |
David Brown, 42, is a high...
David Brown, 42, is a high school teacher who, with his wife Sarah (39), has been trying to conceive for five years. They faced unexplained infertility, with all initial tests returning normal. After three failed rounds of intrauterine insemination (IUI), their fertility specialist recommended IVF as the next step. The doctor explained that IVF would allow for direct embryo observation and selection, increasing their chances. David and Sarah underwent ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, and fertilization, resulting in three viable embryos. The transfer of one embryo was a quick, painless procedure, though emotionally intense. David felt a mix of hope and profound anxiety in the two-week wait. Unfortunately, the pregnancy test was negative. The outcome was devastating, leaving them grieving but determined. They decided to take a few months to emotionally recover before attempting a transfer with one of their remaining frozen embryos, holding onto a tempered hope for the future.