Embryo cryopreservation in Cyprus Fertina IVF Clinic
About the clinic
Embryo cryopreservation at Cyprus Fertina IVF Clinic in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus, allows couples to save embryos for future use. The clinic uses vitrification technology to protect embryo health during the freezing process. This service is ideal for patients delaying parenthood or those undergoing medical treatments that might affect fertility.
Advanced Freezing Technology
The clinic uses vitrification to preserve embryos. This method involves rapid cooling that prevents ice crystals from forming. Ice crystals can damage delicate cells, so avoiding them helps embryos stay healthy. Once frozen, the embryos stay in liquid nitrogen tanks at a temperature of -196°C. They can remain in this state for many years without losing their potential for a successful pregnancy.
The Cryopreservation Process
The treatment follows a precise medical protocol to achieve the best results. Patients undergo several steps before the freezing occurs:
- Initial medical evaluation and fertility testing.
- Ovarian stimulation using hormone injections for about 12 days.
- Egg retrieval performed under light anesthesia in 15 minutes.
- Fertilization of eggs using the ICSI method.
- Culture of embryos until they reach the blastocyst stage on day five.
- Rapid freezing using the vitrification technique.
After thawing, these embryos show high survival rates. Success rates for frozen transfers at this facility are often similar to fresh embryo transfers.
Expertise and Quality Standards
Dr. Erman Sever serves as the Medical Director and IVF Specialist. He previously led the Obstetrics and Gynecology department at Adatip Private Hospital. The laboratory is managed by Lead Embryologist Ali Kızılkanat. He has over 20 years of experience in assisted reproduction. Mr. Ali Kızılkanat was the first officially certified embryologist in Northern Cyprus. The laboratory holds ISO certification and follows strict quality protocols recognized by the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology.
Who Should Consider This?
This procedure helps couples who have extra embryos after an IVF cycle. Using these embryos later avoids the need for new stimulation cycles. It also helps patients who need genetic testing before a transfer. Furthermore, it provides an option for individuals facing cancer therapies that may impact their reproductive health. To learn more about your options, you may leave a request on Bookimed.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Embryo cryopreservation | $560.48 | |
| Testicular sperm extraction (TESE) | Price on request | |
| Egg Cryopreservation Annual Maintenance | Price on request | |
| Embryo Transfer | Price on request | |
| Testicular sperm aspiration (TESA) | Price on request | |
| Genetic test for aneuploidy up to 8 embryos | Price on request |
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Cyprus Fertina IVF Clinic: more details about the clinic
Fertina IVF is a fertility clinic in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus. It opened in 2012 and operates from a single building with three medical departments. The clinic focuses on evidence-based fertility care and coordinated treatment planning.
Accreditations and Achievements
The clinic meets international standards in reproductive medicine. It holds certification from the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) and is recognized by Top Doctors.
Fertina IVF reports high success rates across its main procedures:
- 99% for gender selection
- 89% for embryo donation
- 85% for egg donation
- 72% for sperm donation
- 69% for standard IVF cycles
Labs and procedure rooms follow strict ISO-certified protocols.
Reproductology and Assisted Reproduction
Dr. Erman Sever, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, leads the medical team. Ali Kızılkanat heads the embryology laboratory. He has over 25 years of experience in assisted reproduction.
The team offers several fertilization and retrieval methods:
- Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
- Cytoplasmic transfer to improve embryo implantation potential
- Testicular sperm aspiration (TESA) for obstructive azoospermia
- Surgical testicular sperm extraction (TESE)
- Embryo transfer on Day 3 or Day 5
Fertility preservation is available through egg freezing using vitrification. This rapid freezing technique prevents ice crystal formation. Patients may also choose embryo cryopreservation for future family planning.
Advanced Genetics and Diagnostics
Fertina IVF uses advanced screening to support embryo selection. This helps patients with recurrent miscarriage or advanced maternal age. Genetic services include:
- Next-generation sequencing (NGS) for embryo assessment
- Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to identify chromosomal abnormalities
- Sperm DNA fragmentation evaluation
- Hysteroscopy to examine the uterine cavity
Specialists use NGS platforms like Illumina to analyze sequencing libraries. These tools identify genetic variants before embryo transfer.
Obstetrics and Gynecological Care
The clinic supports patients beyond early pregnancy stages. The Women's Health Department manages vaginal deliveries and Cesarean sections. Dr. Erman Sever oversees these services after completing his residency at Kocaeli University Hospital. Diagnostic laparoscopy is available to examine and remove ovarian cysts.
International Patient Services
A coordination team manages international patient needs. The clinic assigns each patient a single International Patient Coordinator. Support is available in several languages:
- English and French
- Arabic and Turkish
- Russian and Albanian
Patients can access online consultations to review their medical history before traveling. The clinic helps with accommodation bookings and airport transfers from Ercan and Larnaca airports. After treatment, the team provides 24/7 support and specific guidance for the first 48 hours following embryo transfer.
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Kutay Kayaalp
Sajjad Mubashar
Pinar
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Zubeyde aydin Yedek
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Aziza Nurullayeva
814 Ayluka Glapsides Famagusta 99450, North Cyprus
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