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Every woman wants to feel the maternity. We try to see smiling on your face for that very small breath to be included into your world. We, as Huma IVF Center, plan to be with you in this process from the first step of your treatment to your birth with awareness of your infertility problems. We target to bring you together with the healthy individuals in your home while starting with the slogan ‘Let us Add Your Imagination into Your Life’, believe that you will feel safe and in peace in our center. We take the fair pride in presenting the high quality service to you with a principle trying to catch the world standards with our knowledge.


WHY IS HUMA IVF CENTER?
Our success in the assisted reproductive treatments is based on a team working in plan and in coordination.
Our team consisted of the gynaecologists, embryologists, nurses and the patient consultants expert at their subjects, open to share information shall be glad to give service to you in this way where you started in order to be able to have a child.
Huma IVF Center started out by making renewing itself every passing day in the infertility practices a rule. We are over the world standards at rates of pregnancy to be obtained by using the assisted reproductive techniques.
Our patient consultants are in your service in all stages of your treatments in order to ease the IVF center treatment processes of our patients who will come to our center for treatment from abroad. We enable accommodation at a discount in our contractual hotels and the transportation support, prepare the programs where you will be able to follow your treatment at a distance.

IVF Center Treatment Techniques

• TESE- TESA Practices
• PGT (Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnostic)
• Calcium Ionophore
• Intra lipid
• Asisted Hatching
• Microchip
• Embryoscopy
• Pool Method
• Uterus Resting
• PRP

In recent years, intralipids have been used to reorganize the immune systems of candidates, especially in recurrent IVF failures. Intralipids consist of an oil emulsion of soybean oil, egg phospholipids and glycerin. Intralipid serum application provides intrauterine balance by affecting the immune system that prevents the embryo from adhering to the expectant mother. This application, which is given to patients intravenously in the form of serum, is carried out at certain intervals during the ovulation induction, on the day of embryo transfer and in the following period.

While deciding on intralipid serum supplementation in line with the treatments we planned with the principle of personalized treatment, the physical and biological characteristics of the couples, recurrent IVF failures and infertility histories are taken into account.

DOCUMENTS TO BE REQUESTED FROM THE PATIENT

1. Biometric photo (.pdf)

• Digitally scanned biometric photos of the patient and companion

2. Flight ticket reservation (.jpeg or .pdf)

3. Hotel reservation (.jpeg or .pdf)

• In case the patient stays in the hospital during the treatment; The document prepared on the letterhead of the health institution stating that the accommodation service will be provided by the hospital will be accepted.

4. Proof of income (.jpeg or .pdf) showing that he can cover the treatment costs

• Bank-approved bank statement document containing the last 6 months. If the patient does not have his own bank account, his spouse will be accepted (an official document showing that he is a spouse will be attached)

5. Colored and legible scanned images (.jpeg or .pdf) of the front and back of the passport

6. Document showing the compulsory health or travel insurance of the patient

7. Receipt showing that the treatment fee has been paid to the health institution in Turkey

• At least $ 500 (USD) must be deposited into the hospital account, and the patient's name, surname and passport number must be written as an explanation.

Note: The documents must be requested from the patient with color scanning.

ŞEKERBANK T.A.Ş
USD : TR51 0005 9001 7051 1017 0613 69
EURO : TR75 0005 9001 7051 1017 0631 68

EDUCATION

  • Specialization: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • Medical Education: Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine

WORK EXPERIENCE

  • 2025 – Present: Private Hüma Hospital
  • 2009 – Present: Professor – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 2001-2009: Associate Professor – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 1991-2001: Assistant Professor – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 1985-1991: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 1983-1985: Anamur SSK Health Station

AREAS OF INTEREST

  • Congenital brain and spinal anomalies
  • Hydrocephalus (fluid accumulation in the brain)
  • Lumbar and cervical hernia surgeries
  • Spinal canal stenosis surgery
  • Brain, spinal cord, and cyst tumor surgeries
  • Brain trauma and hemorrhages

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATION BOARD MEMBERSHIPS

  • Turkey Clinics Journal of Medical Sciences
  • Fırat Medical Journal

He has a total of 76 scientific publications (50 international, 26 national) and 131 congress presentations (6 international, 125 national). Additionally, he has authored 11 review articles and contributed 11 chapters in 6 books.

He has been an invited speaker 78 times at national scientific congresses, conferences, symposiums, and courses. In 2005, he organized one scientific meeting and served on the organizing committee of 7 congresses and scientific meetings.

Furthermore, he served as the Congress Secretary of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress in 2021. He has worked as a special issue editor for a neurosurgery journal and as an editor for the pediatric section of a neurosurgery book.

He has supervised 6 doctoral theses, and his scientific studies have received citations.

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

I- Articles

A- Published in Journals Indexed in SSCI, AHCI, or SCI

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Kandemir O, Paşaoğlu H, Öktem İS, Paşaoğlu A: The therapeutic value of naloxone and mannitol in experimental focal cerebral ischemia. Res Exp Med 194:277-285, 1994
Akdemir H, Selçuklu A, Paşaoğlu A, Öktem İS, Kavuncu İA: Treatment of severe intraventricular hemorrhage by intraventricular infusion of urokinase. Neurosurg Rev 18:95-100, 1995
Paşaoğlu A, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Kontaş O, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Kavuncu A: Cranioplasty with bone flaps preserved under the scalp. Neurosurg Rev 19:153-156, 1996
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Meral M, Menkü A: Acute subdural hematoma; outcome and outcome prediction. Neurosurg Rev 20:239-244, 1997
Karaküçük Eİ, Paşaoğlu H, Paşaoğlu A, Öktem S: Endogenous neuropeptides in patients with acute traumatic head injury II. Neuropeptides 31:259-263, 1997
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç K, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A, Turan C: Migration of abdominal catheter of ventriculoperitoneal shunt into the scrotum. Acta Neurochir 140:167-170, 1998
Koç RK, Paşaoğlu A, Menkü A, Öktem İS, Meral M: Extradural hematoma of the posterior cranial fossa. Neurosurg Rev 21:52-57, 1998
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Karaküçük EI, Öktem İS, Menkü A: Effect of methylprednisolone, tirilazad mesylate, and vitamin E on lipid peroxidation after experimental spinal cord injury. Spinal Cord 37:29-32, 1999
Koç RK, Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu H, Karaküçük EI, Öktem İS, Meral M: Lipid peroxidation and edema in experimental brain injury: Comparison of treatment with methylprednisolone, tirilazad mesylate, and vitamin E. Res Exp Med 199:21-28, 1999
Akdemir H, Kontaş O, Öktem İS, Tucer B, Kafadar H, Paşaoğlu A: A new subtype of meningioma. Neurosurg Rev 22:50-53, 1999
Akdemir H, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Koç RK, Tucer B: Failure of open third ventriculostomy for shunt infections in infants. Pediatr Neurosurg 30:305-309, 1999
Öktem İS, Menkü A, Akdemir H, Kontaş O, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK: Therapeutic effect of tirilazad mesylate (U-74006F), mannitol, and their combination on experimental ischemia. Res Exp Med 199:231-242, 2000
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Menkü A: Hemilaminectomy for the removal of spinal lesions. Spinal Cord 38:92-96, 2000
Kurtsoy A, Canbay S, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Effect of EGb-761 on vasospasm in experimental subarachnoid hemorrhage. Res Exp Med 199:207-215, 2000
Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Akdemir H, Tucer B: Surgical treatment of thalamic hematomas via the contralateral transcallosal approach. Neurosurg Rev 24:108-113, 2001
Akdemir H, Aşık Z, Paşaoğlu H, Karaküçük İ, Öktem İS, Koç RK: The effect of allopurinol on focal cerebral ischemia: an experimental study in rabbits. Neurosurg Rev 24:131-135, 2001
Koç RK, Menkü A, Akdemir H, Tucer B, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS: Cervical spondylotic myelopathy and radiculopathy treated by oblique corpectomies without fusion. Neurosurg Rev 27:252-258, 2004
Kurtsoy A, Menkü A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK: Transbasal approaches: surgical details, pitfalls, and avoidances. Neurosurg Rev 27:267-273, 2004
Kurtsoy A, Menkü A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Akdemir H: Neuronavigation in skull base tumors. Minim Invas Neurosurg 48:7-12, 2005
Menkü A, Akdemir H, Durak AC, Öktem İS: Successful surgical excision of juvenile-type spinal arteriovenous malformation in two stages following partial embolization. Minim Invas Neurosurg 48:57-62, 2005
Akdemir H, Öktem S, Menkü A, Tucer B, Tuğcu B, Günaldı Ö: Image-Guided Microsurgical Management of Small Arteriovenous Malformations: Role of Neuronavigation and Intraoperative Doppler Sonography. Minim Invas Neurosurg 50:163-169, 2007
Öktem İS, Menkü A, Özdemir A: When should ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement be performed in cases with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus? Turkish Neurosurg 18:387-91, 2008
Menkü A, Koç R.K, Öktem IS, Tucer B, Kurtsoy A: Laminoplasty with Miniplates for Posterior Approach in Thoracic and Lumbar Intraspinal Surgery. Turkish Neurosurg 20:27-32, 2010
Köksal V, Öktem İS: Ventriculosubgaleal shunt procedure and its long-term outcomes in premature infants with post-hemorrhagic hydrocephalus. Childs Nerv Syst 26:1505-1515, 2010
Küçük A, Tümtürk A, Gergin İŞ, Oral Ş, Görkem SB, Kurtsoy A, Madenoğlu H, Öktem İS: The Management of Blood Loss in Non-Syndromic Craniosynostosis Patients Undergoing Barrel Stave Osteotomy. Turkish Neurosurg 27:138-141, 2017
Yay A, Goktepe Ö, Bahadir A, Özdamar S, Öktem IS, Çoruh A, Baran M: Assessment of markers expressed in human hair follicles according to different skin regions. Adv Clin Exp Med 27:929–939, 2018
Köksal V, Mercantepe T, Tümkaya M, Oktem IS: Less use of bipolar cautery can prevent post-laminectomy epidural fibrosis. Turkish Neurosurg 30:217-224, 2020
Kamaşak B, Ulcay T, Küçük A, Karaman F, İpekten F, Öktem İS, Aycan K: A new supportive approach in the diagnosis of Chiari malformation type 1 in pediatric patients. Childs Nerv Syst 39:1581-1587, 2023

B- Published in Peer-Reviewed National and International Journals

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II- Other Studies (Technical Notes, Comments, Case Reports, Letters to the Editor, etc.)

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A- Articles Published in Journals Indexed in SSCI, AHCI, or SCI

Paşaoğlu A, Orhon C, Akdemir H, Uzunoğlu H, Öktem S, Yardım Ş: Subperiosteal intraorbital hematoma following minor head trauma. A case report. Acta Neurochir 97:83-85, 1989
Akdemir H, Paşaoğlu A, Ekinciler ÖF, Selçuklu A, Karaküçük S, Öktem İS: Unilateral naso-orbital meningocele and bilateral congenital fistulae of the lacrimal passages. Acta Ophtal 69:680-683, 1991
Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Kurtsoy A, Kavuncu İA, Paşaoğlu A: Migration of a bullet in the spinal canal. A case report. Surg Neurol 44:548-550, 1995
Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu A, Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kontaş O: Cerebellopontine angle germinoma. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 19:127-130, 1996
Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kontaş O, Selçuklu A, Paşaoğlu A: Ganglioglioma of conus medullaris. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 20:55-58, 1997
Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Kavuncu İ: Postoperative intraradicular lumbar disc herniation. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 20:71-74, 1997
Selçuklu A, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Kavuncu İA: Postoperative mutism after the clipping of a distal anterior cerebral artery aneurysm. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 20:214-216, 1997
Koç RK, Paşaoğlu A, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Kavuncu İA: Acute spontaneous subdural hematoma of arterial origin. A report of five cases. Surg Neurol 47:9-11, 1997
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Sümerkan B, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tümtürk F: Cerebellar abscess due to Nocardia asteroides. Acta Neurochir 141:217-218, 1999
Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Successful surgical treatment of a thalamic hydatid cyst with a contralateral transcallosal approach. Pediatr Neurosurg 31:96-99, 1999
Koç RK, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Akdemir H: Growing skull fracture of the orbital roof. Pediatr Neurosurg 30:35-38, 1999
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A: Intradural lumbar disc herniation: Report of two cases. Neurosurg Rev 24:44-47, 2001
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Kurtsoy A, Menkü A: Posterolaterally displaced type IIA odontoid fractures. Neurosurg Rev 24:143-146, 2001
Menkü A, Kurtsoy A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Akdemir H: The surgical management of traumatic C6-C7 spondyloptosis in a patient without neurological deficits. A case report. Minim Invas Neurosurg 47:242-244, 2004
Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Tucer B, Menkü A, Başaslan K, Günaldı Ö: Intraoperative microvascular Doppler sonography in aneurysm surgery. Minim Invas Neurosurg 49:312-316, 2006
Baykan Z, Öktem İS, Çetinkaya F, Naçar M: Physician exposure to violence: A study performed in Turkey. Int J Occup Saf Ergon 21(3):291-297, 2015

B- Articles Published in Peer-Reviewed National and International Journals

Paşaoğlu A, Yardım Ş, Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Akdemir H, Koç K: Acute spontaneous arterial subdural hematoma. A case report and review of the literature. Turkish Neurosurg 2:44-48, 1991
Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu A, Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kavuncu İA: Calvarial osteogenic sarcoma developing on Paget’s disease. Erciyes Med J 16:186-189, 1994
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Paşaoğlu A, Kurtsoy A, Selçuklu A: Hydatid cyst of the posterior fossa. A case report. Erciyes Med J 16:303-306, 1994
Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu A, Koç RK, Öktem İS: Acute brain swelling during the evacuation of an intracerebral hematoma caused by primary progressive contralateral subdural hematoma: A case report. Erciyes Med J 17:77-80, 1995
Menkü A, Tucer B, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Göçmez C, Akdemir H: Spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea associated with temporal lobe meningoencephalocele in the lateral sphenoid sinus in an adult. Turkish Neurosurg 14:76-79, 2004

C- Articles Published in Non-Peer-Reviewed Journals (Faculty, Institute, Research Center Journals, and Encyclopedic Entries)

Durak AC, Özcan N, Kırnap M, Öktem İS: Brucella spondylodiscitis. Computed Tomography Bulletin 3:41-43, 1995
Madenoğlu H, Bilen A, Öktem İS, Akın A, Boyacı A: Anaesthetic management of vein of Galen aneurysms. A case report. Surgical Medicine Archives 4:193-195, 1997
Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Akinetic mutism due to recurrent obstructive hydrocephalus. Surgical Medicine Archives 3:181-184, 1998

I- Review Articles

Öktem İS, Göçmez C: Spinal tumors in childhood. Turkiye Klinikleri J Pediatr Sci 3:80-85, 2007
Öktem İS, Göçmez C: Emergency neurosurgical approach in patients with mild and moderate head trauma. Turkiye Klinikleri J Surg Med Sci 3:27-31, 2007

III- Presented and Published Conference Papers

A- International Conferences

Ünal A, Öktem İS, Çetin M, Çelik F, Akdemir H: Activated Protein C Resistance with Deep Venous Thrombosis, Recurrent Pulmonary Embolism, and Cerebral Hemorrhage. A case report. XIV Meeting of the International Society of Haematology, 30 Aug-4 Sept 1997, Stockholm, Sweden (Poster)
Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kurtsoy A, Tucer B, Akdemir H: Adult diastematomyelia. 12th World Congress of Neurosurgical, 16-20 Sept 2001, Sydney, Australia (Poster)
Kurtsoy A, Akdemir H, Menkü A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Koç RK: Neuronavigation in skull base tumors. 12th World Congress of Neurosurgical, 16-20 Sept 2001, Sydney, Australia (Poster)

B- National

Paşaoğlu A, Orhon C, Öktem İS, Uzunoğlu H, Akdemir H: Surgical Treatment in Pott's Abscesses. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 1989, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Paşaoğlu A, Orhon C, Öktem İS, Uzunoğlu H, Akdemir H: Surgical Approach in Thoracolumbar Trauma. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 1989, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Paşaoğlu A, Patıroğlu TE, Selçuklu A, Akdemir H, Kılıç H: The Effect of Hyaluronidase in Experimental Brain Abscesses and Investigation of Its Mechanism. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 21-26, 1991, Çeşme (Oral Presentation)

Bozkır MG, Aycan K, Öktem İS: Variations of the Circulus Arteriosus Cerebri. Anatomy Congress, June 27-30, 1991, Bursa (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Paşaoğlu A, Akdemir H, Selçuklu A, Koç RK, Kurtsoy A: Prognosis of Minor Head Trauma. 10th Gevher Nesibe Medical Days, March 11-14, 1992, Kayseri (Oral Presentation)

Kök AH, Güraksın A, Öktem İS, Öztürk S: Retrospective Evaluation of Forensic Cases Related to Neurosurgery. 10th Gevher Nesibe Medical Days, March 11-14, 1992, Kayseri (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Meral M, Menkü A: Prognosis and Prognostic Factors in Acute Subdural Hematomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 24-28, 1996, Çeşme (Oral Presentation)

Selçuklu A, Kavuncu İA, Koç RK, Alper M, Öktem İS, Menkü A: The Effect of Heparin on Capsule Formation in Experimental Brain Abscesses. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 24-28, 1996, Çeşme (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Selçuklu A, Tucer B: Frequency of Transient Stenosis in Middle and Anterior Cerebral Arteries in Meningitis and Its Relationship with Clinical Findings. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A: Intradural Lumbar Disc Herniation; Presentation of Two Cases. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç K, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A: Migration of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt into the Scrotum. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Paşaoğlu A, Menkü A, Öktem İS, Meral M: Posterior Cranial Fossa Epidural Hematomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Koç K, Meral M, Menkü A, Akdemir H: Comparison of Aspiration + Drainage and Excision in the Treatment of Brain Abscesses. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Diastematomyelia. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Unilateral Hemilaminectomy in Spinal Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Tethered Cord Syndrome. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Kontaş O, Tucer B, Menkü A, Tümtürk F: A New Subgroup of Meningiomas: Case Report. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Karaküçük Eİ, Öktem İS, Menkü A: The Effects of Methylprednisolone, Tirilazad Mesylate, and Vitamin E on Lipid Peroxidation in Experimental Spinal Cord Injury. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Syringomyelia. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Transcallosal Approach to Third Ventricular Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A: Outcome Analysis of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Infections. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A: Analysis of Posterior Cranial Fossa Epidural Hematomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Long-Term Follow-up of Patients with Chiari Malformation Type 1. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Effectiveness of Various Surgical Techniques in the Treatment of Spinal Cord Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Role of Stereotactic Biopsy in Brain Tumor Diagnosis. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Evaluation of Surgical Approaches in Aneurysm Cases. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Pediatric Neurosurgery Cases: A Retrospective Analysis. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Treatment and Follow-up of Hydrocephalus Patients. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Long-Term Results of Spinal Cord Decompression Surgeries. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Postoperative Outcomes of Brainstem Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Surgical Treatment of Cervical Spine Fractures. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Factors Affecting Survival in Glioblastoma Patients. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Analysis of Cranial Trauma Cases in a Neurosurgical Unit. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Clinical and Radiological Findings in Pituitary Adenomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: The Role of Endoscopic Surgery in Neurosurgery. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Surgical Approaches to Pineal Region Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Neurosurgical Interventions in Pediatric Epilepsy. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Evaluation of Postoperative Complications in Spinal Surgeries. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Outcome of Patients with Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Neurosurgical Management of Intramedullary Spinal Cord Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Surgical Strategies in Complex Cranial Base Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

VI- Book

A- Contribution at the Chapter Level (National)

Öktem İS: Head Trauma. Sözüer E (ed), Emergency Aid and Trauma Handbook.
Feryal Printing, Ankara, 1977, pp. 120-150.

Öktem S, Menkü A: Spinal Neuroendoscopy. Aksoy K, Palaoğlu S, Pamir N, Tuncer (Eds). Basic Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2005, pp. 1021-1025.

Öktem İS, Kamaşak K, Doğu Y: Head Trauma. Sözüer E, İkizceli İ (Eds), Trauma Handbook. Nobel Bookstore, Adana, 2011, pp. 451-491.

Öktem İS: Cranial Dermal Sinus. Baykaner MK, Erşahin Y, Mutluer MS, Özek MM (Eds), Pediatric Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2014, pp. 361-364.

Öktem İS: Mechanism and Pathophysiology of Head Trauma. Baykaner MK, Erşahin Y, Mutluer MS, Özek MM (Eds), Pediatric Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2014, pp. 689-695.

Öktem İS: Pathophysiology and Biomechanics of Pediatric Spinal Trauma. Baykaner MK, Erşahin Y, Mutluer MS, Özek MM (Eds), Pediatric Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2014, pp. 749-754.

Şahin A, Öktem İS: Neural Tube Defects. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 69-84.

Durmuş NA, Öktem İS: Benign Intracranial Cysts. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 85-98.

Şahin A, Öktem İS: Craniosynostosis. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 122-133.

Durmuş NA, Öktem İS: Hydrocephalus. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 137-159.

Şahin A, Öktem S: How to Perform Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Surgery? Avcı E (Ed), Basic Neurosurgery, Ankara, Buluş, 2023, pp. 1917-1923.

Contribution as a Special Issue Editor in a Journal (National)

Editor of the Special Issue on Neurosurgery-Hydrocephalus, Türkiye Klinikleri, Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015.

Contribution as a Book Editor (National)

Basic Neurosurgery, Turkish Neurosurgery Association Publications, No:29, Pediatric Neurosurgery Section Editor, 2023.


EDUCATION, ADMINISTRATIVE, AND SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES

I- Invited Speaker

A- At National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposiums

  • May 11-12, 1996: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, and Kayseri Health Directorate, "Postgraduate First Aid and Emergency Course," Kayseri.

  • October 9, 2000: Workshop on "Navigation Applications in Neurosurgery," Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Kayseri.

  • April 4, 2002: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine / Postgraduate Education Program
    Panel: Neural Tube Defects

    • Prof. Dr. M. Adnan Öztürk
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
    • Asst. Prof. Dr. Deniz Demirci
    • Asst. Prof. Dr. M. Hakan Poyrazoğlu
  • January 23, 2003: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine / Postgraduate Education Program
    Panel: Complications of Sinusitis

    • Prof. Dr. Yaşar Ünlü
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
  • September 25-28, 2003: IV. Regional Trauma and Emergency Surgery Congress
    Interactive Panel: Current Approaches to Multi-Trauma Patients

    • Moderator: Prof. Dr. Recep Güloğlu
    • Prof. Dr. Ali Baktır
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fahri Oğuzkaya
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
    • Asst. Prof. Dr. İbrahim İkizceli
  • April 13-17, 2005: 13th National Neonatology Congress, Kayseri
    Panel: Post-Hemorrhagic Hydrocephalus

    • Prof. Dr. Nihal Oygür
    • Prof. Dr. Barboros Ilıkkan
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
  • April 27-30, 2005: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
    Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course III Term - II Course, Kayseri

    • Topic Presented: Visual Pathway Tumors
  • April 27-30, 2005: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
    Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course III Term - II Course, Kayseri

    • Topic Presented: Neuronavigation
  • June 14-17, 2005: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
    40th Trauma and Resuscitation Course, Kayseri

    • Topic Presented: Head Trauma
  • December 13-16, 2005: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
    Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

    • Topic Presented: Head Trauma
  • April 6-9, 2006: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
    Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course III Term - III Course, Malatya

    • Topics Presented:
      • Post-Traumatic Epilepsy / Carotid Cavernous Fistula
      • Cranial Tuberculosis Infections
  • May 15-18, 2006: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
    Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

    • Topic Presented: Head Trauma
  • December 5-8, 2006: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
    Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

    • Topic Presented: Head Trauma
  • April 5-8, 2007: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
    Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course, Mersin

    • Topics Presented:
      • General Overview of Spinal and Cranial Dysraphism
      • Shunt Systems
  • April 20-24, 2007: Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, Antalya
    Panel: Advances in Cranial Neuroendoscopy

    • Speakers:
      • Prof. Dr. Yusuf Erşahin
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ağahan Ünlü
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
  • December 4-7, 2007: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
    Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

    • Topic Presented: Head Trauma
  • May 25-27, 2007: 2nd Hydrocephalus Symposium, Izmir

    • Topic Presented: Treatment of Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Premature Infants
    • Panel: How Do I Place a Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt?
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çağatay Önal
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ağahan Ünlü
      • April 3-6, 2008: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
        Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course IV Term - I Course, Antalya
        Topic Presented:

        • Spinal Dysraphism and Neuroendoscopy Applications
      • May 7-10, 2008: 2nd National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Congress, Kayseri
        Panel: Current Approaches to Spinal Trauma

        • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
        • Prof. Dr. Haluk Yalçınkaya
        • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Osman Akpinar
      • October 21-23, 2008: 8th National Neurosurgery Congress, Ankara
        Panel: Cranial and Spinal Tumors in Children

        • Prof. Dr. Recep Güloğlu
        • Prof. Dr. Savaş Aydar
        • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
      • May 18-21, 2010: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
        Trauma and Resuscitation Course
        Topic Presented:

        • Head Trauma and Neurosurgical Approaches
      • October 10-14, 2010: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
        Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course, Antalya
        Topic Presented:

        • Spinal and Cranial Dysraphism and Current Approaches
      • November 23-26, 2011: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
        Trauma and Resuscitation Course
        Topic Presented:

        • Spinal Trauma and Surgical Approaches
      • April 23-26, 2013: 4th National Pediatric Neurosurgery Congress, Kayseri
        Panel: Cranial and Spinal Tumors in Children

        • Prof. Dr. Recep Güloğlu
        • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
      • December 4-7, 2013: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
        Trauma and Resuscitation Course
        Topic Presented:

        • Cranial and Spinal Trauma
      • May 19-21, 2015: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
        Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course, Kayseri
        Topic Presented:

        • The Role of Neuroimaging in Pediatric Neurosurgery
      • April 27-30, 2017: National Pediatric Neurosurgery Congress, Antalya
        Panel: Advances in Cranial and Spinal Surgery

        • Prof. Dr. Yusuf Erşahin
        • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
      • November 5-8, 2019: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
        Advanced Trauma and Resuscitation Course
        Topic Presented:

        • Management of Multi-Trauma Patients
      • December 10-13, 2020: National Pediatric Neurosurgery Congress, Antalya
        Panel: Pediatric Cranial and Spinal Surgery

        • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
        • Prof. Dr. Şahin Gürlek

      • II- Administrative and Scientific Activities

        A- Administrative Experience

        • 2005-Present: Head of the Neurosurgery Department, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
        • 2010-2015: Director, Kayseri Neurosurgery Education and Research Hospital
        • 2015-Present: Director, Pediatric Neurosurgery Training and Research Center, Erciyes University
        • 2019-Present: Chair, Neurosurgical Trauma and Emergency Care Committee, Turkish Neurosurgery Association

        B- Scientific and Academic Memberships

        • 1995-Present: Turkish Neurosurgery Association
        • 2001-Present: European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
        • 2004-Present: World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS)
        • 2010-Present: Pediatric Neurosurgery Group, Turkish Neurosurgery Association
        • 2015-Present: Scientific Committee Member, Turkish Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association

        C- Editorial Board Membership

        • 2010-Present: Editor, Turkish Journal of Neurosurgery
        • 2014-Present: Associate Editor, Journal of Pediatric Neurosurgery
        • 2016-Present: Editorial Board Member, Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery

        D- National and International Research Projects

        • 2005-2007: "The Role of Neuronavigation in Pediatric Neurosurgery," funded by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK).
        • 2008-2010: "Spinal Dysraphism: Early Diagnosis and Surgical Techniques," funded by Erciyes University Research Fund.
        • 2013-2016: "Traumatic Brain Injury: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches," supported by the Turkish Health Ministry.
        • 2017-2020: "Development of a New Hydrocephalus Treatment Protocol," collaborative research project with European Neurosurgical Cente
      • Asst. Prof. Dr. Adnan Dağçınar
      • Congress Organizing Committee

        Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days-I
        March 02-03, 2018, Kayseri

        Organizing Committee:
        Prof. Dr. Ali KURTSOY
        Prof. Dr. Ahmet SELÇUKLU
        Prof. Dr. İ. Suat ÖKTEM
        Prof. Dr. R. Kemal KOÇ
        Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulfettah TÜMTÜRK
        Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet KÜÇÜK
        Asst. Prof. Dr. Halil ULUTABANCA

        Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days-II
        April 20, 2019, Kayseri

        Organizing Committee:
        Prof. Dr. Ali KURTSOY
        Prof. Dr. Ahmet SELÇUKLU
        Prof. Dr. İ. Suat ÖKTEM
        Prof. Dr. R. Kemal KOÇ
        Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulfettah TÜMTÜRK
        Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet KÜÇÜK
        Asst. Prof. Dr. Halil ULUTABANCA

        Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        September 30 - October 03, 2021, Belek, Antalya
        Congress Organizing Committee / Congress Secretary

        Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        November 24-27, 2022, Belek, Antalya
        Congress Organizing Committee

        Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        April 27-30, 2023, Belek, Antalya
        Congress Organizing Committee

        V- Theses Supervised

        A- Doctorate

        • Timing of ventriculoperitoneal shunt application in myelomeningocele
          Dr. Abdurrahman Özdemir, 2002, Kayseri
        • Comparison of intraoperative interventions in shunt infections and obstructions after ventriculoperitoneal shunt
          Ali Zantur, 2004, Kayseri
        • Ventriculoperitoneal shunt application in germinal matrix-originated post-hemorrhagic hydrocephalus in low birth weight premature infants
          Dr. Vaner Köksal, 2007, Kayseri
        • Effects of N-acetylcysteine, dextran, and saline combination on lipid peroxidation and brain edema in experimental traumatic brain injury in rats
          Yurdaer Doğu, 2009, Kayseri
        • The role of transcranial Doppler in preoperative and postoperative evaluation of craniosynostosis cases
          Resul Emin Börklü, 2014, Kayseri
        • Evaluation of the relationship between preoperative and postoperative platelet counts and blood transfusion amount in craniosynostosis cases
          N. Alper Durmuş, 2020, Kayseri

        Main Research Works

        Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç K, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A, Turan C: Migration of abdominal catheter of ventriculoperitoneal shunt into the scrotum. Acta Neurochir 140:167-170, 1998

        Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Menkü A: Hemilaminectomy for the removal of spinal lesions. Spinal Cord 38:92-96, 2000
        Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Tucer B, Menkü A, Başaslan K, Günaldı Ö: Intraoperative Microvascular Doppler Sonography in Aneurysm Surgery. Minim Invas Neurosurg 49:312-316, 2006
        Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Tuğcu B, Günaldı Ö: Image-Guided Microsurgical Management of Small Arteriovenous Malformation: Role of Neuronavigation and Intraoperative Doppler Sonography. Minim Invas Neurosurg 50:163-169, 2007
        Öktem İS, Menkü A, Özdemir A: When should ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement be performed in cases with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus?. Turkish Neurosurg 18:387-91, 2008

        Other Official Activities
        President of the Administrative Board of Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
        October 24, 2005 - September 10, 2008

        Administrative Roles
        Vice Chief Physician of Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine Hospitals
        August 24, 2004 - September 10, 2008

        Chair of the Neurosurgery Department at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
        2006-2009, 2014-2015, 2019-2024

        Faculty Council Member (Professor Representative), Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
        2011-2014, 2014-2017

        Executive Board Member (Professor Representative), Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
        2011-2014

        Speaker, Session Chair, or Attendee at Congresses, Conferences, Symposiums, Courses, and Other Scientific Meetings

        • 1996 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • International Bakırköy Days
        • 1996 Post-Graduation First Aid and Emergency Course
        • 1997 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 1998 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 1998 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 1998 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Autumn Symposium
        • 1999 World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Course
        • 2000 "Navigation Applications in Neurosurgery" Workshop, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine Neurosurgery Department, Kayseri
        • 2001 World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, Australasia
        • 2002 Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine/Post-Graduation Education Program
        • 2003 Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine/Post-Graduation Education Program
        • 2003 Hacettepe University Continuing Medical Education Events
        • 2003 Regional Trauma and Emergency Surgery Congress
        • 2003 Turkish Neurosurgery Association, Pediatric Neurosurgery Group, Three-Year II. Education Course (2nd time)
        • 2004 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2004 Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education Department "Educational Skills Course," Kayseri
        • International Symposium on Microneurosurgical Anatomy
        • 2005 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2005 National Neonatology Congress
        • 2005 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2005 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course, Course Director
        • 2005 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course I
        • 2005 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course II
        • 2006 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2006 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2006 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course
        • 2006 Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Trauma and Intensive Care) Symposium
        • 2007 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2007 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2007 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course
        • 2007 Hydrocephalus Symposium, İzmir
        • 2007 Gevher Nesibe Medical Days
        • 2008 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2008 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2008 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course I
        • 2008 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course II
        • 2009 Turkish Neurosurgery Association 23rd Scientific Congress
        • 2009 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2008 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Teaching and Education Summit
        • 2009 Nervous System Surgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2009 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Teaching and Education Summit
        • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
        • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Stereotactic Workshop
        • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Teaching and Education Summit
        • 2010 Pediatric and Adolescent Neurology Spring Symposium
        • 2011 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2011 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2012 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2013 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2013 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2013 International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery, Mainz – Germany
        • 2013 Traffic Safety Seminar
        • 2014 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2014 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2015 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2015 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2015 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy I. Meeting
        • 2015 International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery, İzmir – Turkey
        • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy 2nd Meeting
        • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Basic Neurosurgery Course
        • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy 3rd Conference
        • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association SPSCG Winter Meeting
        • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association TURNOG Workshop
        • 2018 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2018 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2018 Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days – I
        • 2018 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy 4th Conference
        • 2019 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2019 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2019 Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days – II
        • 2019 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy Scientific Conference
        • 2020 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2022 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2022 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy Academic Writing Education Course
        • 2023 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2023 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
        • 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
        • 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course


“Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome”, also known as Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS), in the most basic way; It can be explained as a reaction to the hormones given to women for the development of the ovaries. During IVF treatment, women are given hormone drugs to stimulate and support egg development. When these hormone drugs stimulate the ovaries more than necessary, the syndrome of overstimulation of the ovaries occurs.


How Ovaries Stimulation Happens?

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is an undesirable consequence of IVF treatment. Although the aim of IVF treatment is to develop a large number of eggs, OHSS may occur if more than a certain number of eggs develop.

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome are much more likely to have ovarian overstimulation syndrome. Excessive response to the drugs given to stimulate the ovaries prepares the ground for encountering this syndrome. During the stimulation of the ovaries, there is a fine line between stimulating the desired number of eggs and over-stimulating the ovaries. It is not always possible to determine this point clearly. When there is overstimulation, reducing the dose of ovarian stimulating drugs and not giving the drug for a day or more, if needed, can prevent the excessive rise of estrogen.


Symptoms of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome can be mild, moderate or severe. These symptoms are;

-Increased ovarian size

- Abdominal pain, bloating, shortness of breath, decreased urination

-Fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity

-Coagulation disorders

It can be seen as fluid collection in the chest cavity. It is extremely important to follow these situations closely and to get medical support when necessary.


How is Ovarian Overstimulation Syndrome Treated?

OHSS treatment is carried out to relieve the expectant mother, reduce ovarian activity and prevent complications. However, OHSS can be performed in two different ways as drug and surgical treatment. In mild cases, no additional treatment is required other than outpatient follow-up and severe physical activity restriction, and the patient can usually recover in 10-14 days. Moderate and severe cases may require hospitalization and treatment. In most cases, women who have had OHSS can continue IVF. It is still possible to become pregnant despite OHSS, but these symptoms may worsen if pregnancy occurs. In this case, the patient is followed closely under the supervision of a doctor.


In some cases, it is not enough if only the reproductive system is healthy for pregnancy to occur. Along with the reproductive system, it is extremely important for the pregnancy process that many factors work in harmony with each other. Depending on the factors that affect the process, pregnancy may not occur in people. This condition can also be observed if the person has already become pregnant or had a healthy birth.
Infertility, which occurs as a result of a couple having regular sexual intercourse for 12 months and not being able to get pregnant even though they are not using a method of protection, can be seen in two different ways. Never before pregnancy occurs when primary infertility; a live birth or not, regardless of if at least one pregnancy occurred, secondary (secondary) infertility is defined as.
You can continue reading our article about what is secondary infertility, what are its causes, important risk factors and treatment topics.

Causes of Secondary Infertility


Secondary infertility can occur due to both of the couples. The causes of secondary male infertility; the presence of varicose veins in sperm vessels, known as varicocele, infections, traumas and testicular tumors can be listed in the form of. The causes of secondary infertility in women are causes such as differences in ovulation patterns, damage or blockage of the tubes, deterioration of the structure of the uterus, and cervical and cervical cancer, especially as age progresses.
Autoimmune diseases and sexually transmitted diseases are also among the causes dec lead to secondary infertility.
In order to determine which of the many factors considered to cause the development of secondary infertility in people and to make appropriate planning, the couple should consult a specialist physician.

Risk Factors for Secondary Infertility



One of the most curious points about secondary infertility is the risk factors of secondary infertility. Many risk factors can cause the development of secondary infertility in people. These factors;
• Progression of age
• Different disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome
* Excess weight
• Previous miscarriages
* Stress
* Alcohol, smoking and substance use
It can be sorted as follows. Along with all this, various factors that may differ from person to person can also lead to the development of secondary infertility in people.

Treatment of Secondary Infertility



The causes of secondary infertility, which are an obstacle to a person's conception, can be studied in an extremely wide range. For this reason, first of all, the points that prevent a person from becoming pregnant should be determined by taking into account different factors and an appropriate treatment plan should be developed accordingly. As a result of the evaluations made by taking the patient's history, vaccination and IVF treatments may be recommended to support conception. In order to determine the condition, specific infertility tests can be administered to people after a physical and pelvic examination. The ovulation test and other hormone tests are some of them.
As Huma IVF center, we continue to be with you in this process with our expert staff. For all the questions you have in mind, you can contact us by checking out our experts on our website.

IVF treatment; It is the method that offers the highest chance of pregnancy for couples who want to have a baby but cannot conceive naturally. In vitro fertilization method can be applied as a result of unprotected intercourse for more than 1 year, when pregnancy does not occur. Although it is a successful method, it may not always be possible to achieve 100% success in IVF treatments. There are many factors that determine the probability of successful IVF treatment. 


What Factors Depends on Success in IVF Treatment?

In IVF treatment, it is aimed to catch pregnancy in the first time, but pregnancy is not possible for every woman at once. Factors affecting the success of IVF treatment include the age of the expectant mother, weight status, problems in the uterus, hydrosalpinx in the tubes, immune system problems, smoking degree, alcohol use rate, and decreased ovarian reserve. With this; Various male-related conditions such as sperm immobility, severe deformities, and absence of sperm in the semen also affect the success rate of IVF treatment. General statistical data can give you information about the success rate in IVF treatment, but it should not be forgotten that every couple is very special and unique. In IVF treatment, your doctor can better determine your individual chances, taking into account your personalized factors. 


What are the Risks of IVF Treatment?





As with any treatment, there are some risks in IVF treatment. However, some of these risks, which are likely to be encountered in IVF treatment, are predictable and can be intervened early, although these risks are very rare. We can list these risks as follows: Mild bruising, swelling and pain may occur in the areas where the drugs were injected. Overstimulation of the eggs can result in weight gain, nausea, vomiting and bloating. There may be a risk of ectopic pregnancy. Bleeding may occur during egg collection.


What Should Be Done After Unsuccessful IVF?



 Failure of one or more IVF attempts can be extremely challenging, disappointing couples. This situation is extremely natural. One of the most important reasons for a failed IVF treatment is poor embryo quality. Defective and damaged embryos cannot be attached to the uterus after they are transferred to the uterus. However, in some cases, pregnancy may not be achieved despite transferring good quality embryos. Your doctor will evaluate the reasons for the failure of your IVF process in detail to determine what the problem is. These points will be taken into account in future attempts after the problem is determined. Taking a break for at least a month after a failed IVF attempt will also be very beneficial for the process. As developments in the field of medicine increase, it becomes easier to detect and eliminate negative situations. It is important that couples who fail their first IVF attempt should not despair. When conditions are improved, the chances of pregnancy will be higher in subsequent attempts.

Parents who want to have children generally prefer the most common in vitro fertilization treatment. Before this treatment, both mother-to-be and father-to-be go through many tests. Father-to-be passed; The first of the tests to test for infertility or other problems is the sperm test, also known as the spermiogram test. What is the spermiogram test for the analysis of the sperm cell? How is spermiogram done? What do spermiogram test results mean? We will answer all these questions for you in detail below. We recommend that you continue reading our article to have detailed information about the sperm test.

 What is a test (spermiogram)?



Sperm test done to men; It is a test to determine sperm health, sperm count, and whether the sperm are moving correctly in the channels. As a result of the sperm test, if the sperm shape is normal and there is a sufficient number of sperm, it is concluded that your reproductive ability is high. However, in some cases, men may have low sperm count or the ability to reproduce despite having abnormal semen. That's why doctors order a second test for the accuracy of the results. If your results are normal in your first sperm test, you give the other test and if it is normal, these two normal tests show that you do not have an infertility problem. If there are different conditions, your doctor may order other tests.

If there is no semen or sperm as a result of the sperm test, this may indicate that your ducts are blocked. If this is the case, your doctor will plan different surgeries to open the channels.

Issues and Precautions to Consider While Giving Sperm Sample



There are important points to be considered before giving the sperm sample and while giving the sperm sample. Among the things to be considered before giving a sperm sample, we can count that "men should abstain from sexual intercourse for 3 days". Fasting for 3 to 5 days is sufficient. These numbers are important because if you fast for less than 3 days, the sperm count may be low as a result of the sperm test. For this reason, we can say that fasting between 3 and 5 days is sufficient. It is possible to list the issues to be considered while giving a sperm sample as follows;

 

· Storing the sample in a sterile environment: It is important to protect your sample from the outside environment for a healthy and accurate spermiogram test result. If a sterile environment is not provided, the test result may be inaccurate. Therefore, do not put your hands, especially sample containers, etc. It is important that you keep it as sterile as possible.

· Protecting the delivered sperm from heat: Another important point is to keep your sample away from extreme temperature changes after ejaculation. Because these extreme temperature changes negatively affect spermatozoa. Ideal temperatures for the sample cup should be between 20°C and 37°C.

· Sperm volume, amount: Volume is extremely important in the sperm test. Your sperm volume is expected to be at least 1.5 ml. The reason why you cannot reach the lower limit of 1.5 ml may be external discharge during ejaculation. It is important to be careful about this.

· Use of lubricating foreign substances during the sperm test: It is important not to use any lubricant during the sperm test because these substances seriously affect the sperm parameters. External factors with such an impact can lead to wrong conclusions.

How is the Sperm Test Done?



For the sperm test, you must first be at the IVF center or hospital. There are rooms specially prepared for men in hospitals or IVF centers. In these rooms, men give their sperm in a special container. For the effectiveness of the sperm test, the sperm sample is immediately delivered to the laboratory. The sperm sample given in the laboratory is subjected to many processes and the best quality sperms are selected. The purpose of the procedures is to examine the sperm count, motility and shape in the semen and to reach quality sperm as a result.

Apart from the hospital, sperm samples can be placed in a container and brought to the hospital in the home environment. However, this is highly not recommended. Even if this is accepted, the sperm samples should be brought to the hospital and delivered within half an hour.

Issues and Precautions to Consider When Analyzing Sperm Sample



For the sperm test, you must first be at the IVF center or hospital. There are rooms specially prepared for men in hospitals or IVF centers. In these rooms, men give their sperm in a special container. For the effectiveness of the sperm test, the sperm sample is immediately delivered to the laboratory. The sperm sample given in the laboratory is subjected to many processes and the best quality sperms are selected. The purpose of the procedures is to examine the sperm count, motility and shape in the semen and to reach quality sperm as a result.

Apart from the hospital, sperm samples can be placed in a container and brought to the hospital in the home environment. However, this is highly not recommended. Even if this is accepted, the sperm samples should be brought to the hospital and delivered within half an hour.

Issues and Precautions to Consider When Analyzing Sperm Sample



After the sperm test is given by the prospective fathers, it is examined in the laboratory environment. This examination takes approximately 1-2 hours and after the first hour, active results begin to be obtained. However, sometimes different situations can be encountered. For example, the test is given, but no sperm can be seen when looked at. In these cases, sperm are taken again and centrifuged. When faced with such a situation, the time may be extended. If there is no additional test to be done, the test results are immediately available in an average of 1-1.5 hours.

What Do Sperm Test Results Mean?



       





Sperm test results can be evaluated in many ways. Sperm analysis evaluates the sperm by analyzing it from various aspects. We can list these analyzes as follows:

· Sperm count and density:

Sperm count describes the number of sperm in 1 ml of semen. The World Health Organization advocates that a normal sperm count should be at least 15 million per ml or at least 39 million per sample. Having fewer sperm than these numbers indicates a low sperm count.

· Sperm morphology:

Non-abnormal sperm have a long tail and oval head. Morphology refers to the size and shape of the sperm a person has. Sperm that do not have a normal size or are weak in shape have difficulty reaching the egg and fertilization.

· Sperm motility:

The ability of sperm to move efficiently is one of the most important factors for fertilization.

· PH level of sperm:

When the pH level is too high or too low, it can affect the health of sperm and its ability to pass through the female reproductive tract.

Apart from these, sperm health is examined by looking at many factors such as semen volume, liquefaction, and seminal fructose levels while performing the sperm test. After examining all factors in detail, the results are examined and reported to the patient.

What is the Sperm Test Result of a Healthy Individual?



Low sperm count can have many different causes. The first reason is smoking addiction. Smoking addiction is one of the important factors that reduce the sperm count. In addition to smoking, alcohol and drug addiction also affect sperm count. Sperm count can also be adversely affected when there is a deficiency in hormones, depending on the clogged ducts.

Hormones are one of the important factors for reproduction on their own. Since the deficiency in reproductive hormones directly affects sperm production, it increases the possibility of encountering problems in reproduction. Apart from these, mistakes made by couples who want to have children also affect the sperm count. Using natural products unconsciously and continuing to use them uncontrollably, without knowing the limit, does harm to the person instead of providing benefits. Long-term treatment and drugs used during the treatment also affect the sperm count.

IMSI in Sperm Selection



The IMSI (Intracytoplasmic Morpholgically Selected Sperm Injection) method is the magnification and examination of even the smallest cells using special microscopes. In the past, in the microinjection procedures applied in IVF treatments, living sperm cells could be enlarged up to 400 times. However, with IMSI, sperm can now be enlarged between 6000 and 8000 times. It is possible to examine and detect in detail the disorders called "vacuoles" that indicate the intracellular structures of the sperm and their genetic damage.

The IMSI technique is an extremely useful method. Selected sperm injection; It allows advanced morphological analysis of sperm without damaging the living sperm cell. Sperm with the highest fertilization ability are selected and a high chance of fertilization between 20% and 40% can be obtained with the applied microinjection application.

Precautions to be Considered for Sperm Quality



Couples who want to have children should pay attention to egg and sperm health and be careful in this regard. There are many factors that affect sperm quality, such as those that affect egg quality. One of these factors is undoubtedly a healthy diet. A healthy diet is extremely important for every organ in the body, of course also in sperm health.

In addition, exercise is very important in making you more vigorous and increasing your body's stamina and activity. Regular exercise will make you recover in a short time and will positively affect both your mental and physical health. Alcohol and smoking are substances that affect reproductive cells and should be avoided. This is a proven fact as a result of research. If we gather all these under one title, we can say that one should take care of his own health. Nutrition, avoiding alcohol, smoking, exercising regularly will first affect your health and therefore your sperm quality.

This process, which is sensitive and special for couples who want to have a child, is extremely important for them. In this process, prospective parents experience excitement on the one hand and a lot of stress on the other. Hüma IVF Center, which understands the emotions experienced best and does not spare its support by being by their side throughout the process, is always ready to accompany you.

Beta HCG hormone is a hormone known as the pregnancy hormone among the people. It is used in pregnancy tests to determine whether the person is pregnant or not. Experts express the test to measure the beta HCG hormone in different ways. You may have heard of Beta HCG blood test, quantitative blood pregnancy test, quantitative HCG test, and quantitative serial Beta HCG test. In this article, we have brought together all the curious about Beta HCG. What should be the Beta HCG value? What does low or high Beta HCG mean? Read on for the answers to all these questions.


What is Beta HCG?

There are 2 types of HCG Hormone, Beta and Alpha. During the pregnancy test, the Beta hormone is examined and is called Beta HCG. Beta HCG hormone is secreted by the placenta with the occurrence of fertilization. A blood test is performed between 10 days and 14 days after fertilization, and a high value can be observed in Beta HCG hormone as a result of the blood test. After a day or two, a urine test is done and more precise data for pregnancy can be obtained. High beta hcg hormone does not only mean a sign of pregnancy. Depending on some diseases encountered in people, its level in the body may increase, this varies from person to person. For this reason, when a high level of Beta HCG hormone is detected, different tests are performed immediately and it is ensured whether pregnancy has occurred or not.


What Should Beta HCG Value Be?


In a healthy non-pregnant woman, Beta HCG hormone varies in the range of 0-10 mlU/ml. In fact, it is usually seen at values ​​around 0 and 0. With pregnancy, these values ​​increase. In other words, we can understand whether pregnancy exists or not from the height of this hormone.


What Does Low and High Beta HCG Mean?


Beta HCG elevation first suggests that the person is pregnant. Because pregnancy increases the Beta HCG hormone. This hormone may give false information in some periods. Especially if the person has a different ailment, for example; In cases such as gastritis, some types of pancreatic cancer, some stomach cancers, ovarian cancer, liver tumor, multiple pregnancy, high levels of this hormone can be detected. For this reason, it is not possible to understand that you are pregnant with this test alone. Afterwards, you must have different tests. In addition to these, it is possible to say that the foods eaten also affect this hormone. Foods high in progesterone such as dill, avocado, spinach, tomatoes and walnuts increase the Beta HCG value.

Beta HCG is usually 0 and close to 0 in normal, ie non-pregnant individuals. In individuals who are pregnant, the low level of this hormone may be due to many reasons. These; ectopic pregnancy, deviation in the calculation of the week of pregnancy, sudden miscarriages.


In this article, we have discussed the Beta HCG hormone in detail. We have made explanations for you by giving place to all the questions that are curious. For more, you can visit our Hüma IVF page.

Adenomyosis is a female disease that occurs in women, especially as age increases. Women with adenomyosis experience extremely painful, painful and excessive bleeding menstrual periods. This heavy menstrual period also affects the daily life of women with adenomyosis. In addition, it causes anemia. If you are experiencing these problems and want to know more about Adenomyosis, you can continue reading our article.

What is Adenomyosis?



The uterus contains an inner lining of the uterus called the endometrium. The task of this inner membrane is to limit the inner surface of the uterus. The inner membrane inside the uterus is renewed every month with the menstrual period and in some women it moves towards the uterine muscle layer. Adenomyosis occurs as a result of thickening of the inner membrane in the uterine muscle layer.

There are two types of adenomyosis: benign and malignant. It is a benign type that is usually seen in women, but some women may also have a malignant type that requires surgery and poses a risk.

Women with adenomyosis have difficult days during their menstrual periods. During this period, they may have to cope with excessive pain and excessive bleeding. Again, they may feel uncomfortable bloating before the menstrual period and may experience pain and pain during sexual intercourse.

What are the Causes of Adenomyosis?



Although the causes of adenomyosis disease in women are not known clearly, it is known that hormones such as estrogen, prolactin, and progesterone trigger this ailment. Apart from this, external interventions in cesarean deliveries, surgical cuts or inflammation of the inner lining of the uterus during birth trigger the cells that regulate the uterus to leave their borders and cause adenomyosis. Development-related adenomyosis can also be seen. During the developmental process, the endometrial accumulation formed between the muscles during the first formation of the fetus in the uterus may cause adenomyosis.

What is the Relationship Between Adenomyosis and Infertility?



The age at which adenomyosis is most common is people between the ages of 40 and 50. Adenomyosis is a female disease related to the uterus. For this reason, we can say that adenomyosis is directly related to infertility and pregnancy. Adenomyosis is a disease whose incidence increases with increasing age, so infertility and adenomyosis can be seen together when pregnancy is considered in older women. Expectant mothers who encounter this situation can achieve their dreams of having a child by trying the in vitro fertilization method after receiving adenomyosis treatment.

What is Adenomyosis Treatment?



Experts have done many studies to treat adenomyosis disease and as a result, they have found various treatment methods. We can talk about hormonal therapy as the first treatment method. With hormonal therapy, it is tried to relieve the pain caused by adenomyosis and to reduce the excess blood. For this, birth control pills, temporary menopause treatments or medicated spiral methods can be used. As a second method, we can consider MRI Focused Ultrasound. In MRI focused ultrasound treatment, high-intensity heat waves are used to destroy the tissue that causes adenomyosis. Another form of treatment is hysterectomy. This form of treatment is the most permanent solution, but because it results in the removal of the uterus, it is applied only to women who do not plan to have children or in severe cases that do not respond to any treatment.

 In this article, we discussed adenomyosis, which is common in older women. What is adenomyosis, what are the causes of this disease, what is the relationship between adenomyosis and infertility, and what are the treatment methods for this disease, based on all these questions, we have made detailed explanations about adenomyosis for you. We wish you a pleasant reading. You can visit our website for more.

Blastocyst transfer, which is one of the advanced in vitro fertilization techniques applied today, is a method that offers a much higher chance of pregnancy to couples who want to have children. The blastocyst transfer method, which is a method that minimizes the possibility of multiple pregnancy, which is frequently encountered in IVF treatments, supports families in making their plans to have a child more effectively. The blastocyst is defined as the 5th or 6th day of the egg becoming an embryo. Before transfer, one or two embryos of the highest quality are selected and the transfer is carried out. This method is among the most important processes of IVF treatment. What is blastocyst transfer, what are its advantages and risks? You can continue reading our article, which includes the details of blastocyst transfer with questions.


What is blastocyst transfer?



Blastocyst transfer, which has an extremely important place in the IVF treatment process, is the process of transferring the embryo created in the laboratory environment to the woman on the 5th or 6th development day. Embryos are followed in incubators in the laboratory and when they reach the blastocyst stage, transfer to the uterus is performed. Blastocyst transfer has many positive contributions to the IVF process, such as enabling better quality embryo transfer and reducing the risk of multiple pregnancy.


What are the advantages of blastocyst transfer?



Blastocyst transfer is a method that has been used frequently in recent years, depending on the developing technologies. In the first years of in vitro fertilization treatment, the expected time for transfer was 48 hours, but this period has been extended in parallel with the developments experienced today. In the blastocyst transfer method, embryos with the highest success rate are selected more easily with transfers made after 5 and 6 days. In general, the advantages of blastocyst transfer can be listed as follows;

The chance to achieve better results against recurrent pregnancy failures, thanks to the selection of embryos with better development potential and compatibility with the uterus,

Reducing the possibility of multiple pregnancy by transferring fewer embryos with high viability,

The chance to observe the embryo development more clearly and healthily,

Freezing of embryos at the time when they have the highest developmental power, that is, at the blastocyst stage,

· Allowing different methods to examine embryo viability.



What is the risk of blastocyst transfer?



The condition that can be encountered frequently as a result of blastocyst transfer is the factor of multiple pregnancy. For this reason, some legal restrictions have been imposed on the number of embryos to be transferred in order to be protected from the risks of multiple pregnancy. For our country, this limit has been determined to be a maximum of 2 embryos. By performing 1 or 2 blastocyst transfers in embryo transfer on the 5th day, both the risk of multiple pregnancy is reduced and the chance of pregnancy is increased. The aim of IVF treatment is to achieve a healthy fertilization. In this direction, better quality but less number of embryo transfers will minimize the risks that may be encountered and will facilitate healthy results.


Who is blastocyst transfer suitable for?



Blastocyst transfer can be applied to all couples with a high number of fertilized eggs and good embryo quality on the 2nd day. Since a single embryo can be transferred in the first two attempts under the age of 35, a blastocyst transfer will be made to them, thus preventing multiple pregnancy. In our country, blastocyst transfer is successfully applied and high success rates are achieved. However, the remaining quality embryos after the transfer are successfully frozen with the vitrification method, which is a new and fast freezing technique, giving couples a second chance. You can visit our website for more information and to make an appointment.

Insemination treatment is a method of selecting the sperm that is the highest quality of the sperm taken from the expectant father during the ovulation period, that is, during the period when the probability of conception of the expectant mother is the highest, and then putting it into the womb of the expectant mother. A state of fertilization that has been tried many times by natural means, but no successful results have been obtained, thanks to vaccination treatment, sperm and egg dec easily combined and fertilized. So, how will expectant parents understand this situation when Insemination gives a successful result? We will answer this question and give you more detailed information about Insemination treatment. We wish you a pleasant reading in advance.



What is Insemination?


Insemination is a treatment applied by people who want to become parents but have not been able to achieve this condition by natural means. This treatment, which is performed before starting IVF treatment, is aimed at increasing the chances of pregnancy. Insemination takes place exactly as follows;

· Several necessary tests are applied to prospective parents before.

· Male sperm is taken and the best quality sperm is selected by special procedures.

* Spermatozoa are released into the uterus when the woman's eggs are laid. Here this process is known as the vaccination process.

The vaccination method is a method used in cases where the man's sperm count or mobility is low, when there are problems with the excretion of semen during intercourse, when the woman's cervix is narrow. The cause of infertility cannot be explained in any way.





To Whom Is Insemination Therapy Prescribed?


“Who is the Insemination method applied to?"we can explain the question as follows; It is a form of treatment applied to expectant parents who want to have children, but for various reasons some kind of pregnancy condition cannot be created. For the implementation of this treatment, the man or woman must have some problems that he is experiencing. We can list the problems encountered as follows:

· If there is a lack of sperm count and mobility in a man,

· If there is a problem of unexplained infertility (infertility)

· If the woman has ovulation problems and therefore pregnancy could not be done with egg tracking

· It can be applied in couples who want to accelerate the possibility of pregnancy due to social reasons experienced by couples.



What is the Success Rate of Insemination?


With the development of technology in the medical field and the scientific studies conducted, the success rate of Insemination treatment is quite high. And every day these treatments are being enriched with a new way and it is aimed to increase the success rate of Insemination to the highest level.







When Do the Symptoms of Pregnancy Begin With the Success of Insemination?


There is no difference between the occurrence of pregnancy with Insemination and the occurrence of pregnancy by natural means and the appearance of symptoms in terms of the occurrence of pregnancy Dec In other words, expectant mothers are 3rd of pregnancy, as in naturally occurring pregnancies. from the week she begins to experience signs of pregnancy. These symptoms can be considered as complaints such as dizziness, weakness, nausea and vomiting that occur in the morning. Expectant mothers who have these symptoms can find out if they are pregnant by taking a pregnancy test. 12-14 after Insemination to see if pregnancy has occurred. on the day, the Beta HCG hormone is checked in the blood and it is understood whether pregnancy exists or not. If the pregnancy result is positive, you will need to contact your doctor and undergo an examination to keep it under control. After this examination, a clearer result will be obtained by looking at it with ultrasound and it will be determined whether there is a pregnancy or not.

After Insemination, expectant parents should continue their normal lifestyle. They do not need to change anything in their lives with the introduction of Insemination therapy. In this process, they should only take care of regular and balanced nutrition and protect themselves in the best way. We have shared all the details of the vaccination method with you in this article. If you also want to become a parent and are looking for various treatment methods for this, you can check out our page.

IVF treatments are supported by a wide range of tests and analyzes to get a healthy result. With the help of these tests, problems that may occur before and after pregnancy are also detected and planning is carried out in this direction. NGS, a genetic analysis technology that allows comprehensive chromosome screening to be performed in embryos, is a test that gives extremely effective results as technological developments gain momentum. With NGS, embryos are scanned quickly and effectively, and genetic problems at the chromosome level are detected before pregnancy. The aim of this method is to select a healthy embryo by performing genetic analysis on embryos before the transfer process and to increase the chances of a healthy pregnancy. You can continue reading our article for the details of the NGS test.



What is Comprehensive Chromosome Screening (NGS)?


It is extremely important that the embryos obtained in IVF treatments are successfully transferred to the uterus. But in some cases, pregnancy may not be achieved. One of the most important reasons why a healthy pregnancy cannot be achieved despite embryo transfer in treatment has been identified as chromosome disorders that occur in embryos. In order to achieve a healthy and successful result in IVF treatments, it is necessary to analyze the embryos in detail and detect chromosomal abnormalities. Previously, the multidimensional and complex structure of chromosomes would have made multiple tests necessary. While this situation is quite time consuming and costly, the NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) test appears as a result of the developing technology today. The NGS method is a newly developed genetic analysis technology that allows comprehensive chromosome screening of embryos. The NGS method allows all embryos to be screened within a short period of time. With NGS, which offers a quick and detailed scan, chromosome-related problems are diagnosed before pregnancy. All 24 chromosomes are scanned with the NGS test.

Comprehensive chromosomal screening practices performed by the NGS method play an extremely important role in diagnosing disorders and have an effect on facilitating healthy outcomes in IVF treatments.


What are the Features of the NGS Technique?




Chromosomal abnormalities are determined by screening with the NGS method. Embryos containing more than two or more cell communities with different chromosomal structures are called “mosaic embryos”. Mosaic embryos are detected more easily with the NGS technique. After these chromosomal abnormalities detected by the NGS test are detected accurately and in detail, the process is advanced by including them in the treatment planning. Compared to the different PGD methods used to date and known, the NGS method provides a high-intensity scanning area, allowing you to detect even some genetic disorders, as well as numerical changes occurring in chromosomes.


What Genetic Defects Can Be Detected with NGS-Based PGS?



Embryos obtained in IVF treatment are evaluated according to various criteria in terms of the characteristics they have, and a healthy result is sought by ensuring the transfer of the embryo with the best developmental characteristics to the uterus. Examination of the developmental characteristics of the embryo under a microscope by classical methods does not give a clear information about the chromosomal state of the embryo. This information is only reached by performing a genetic screening with PGS. Even if the embryos have a good quality structure, they can contain various chromosomal problems, and this can also lead to problems such as early miscarriages, some structural disorders in the developing fetus, or the embryo does not hold on to the uterus. The main purpose of using the PGS method, which is an NGS-based method, is to increase the adhesion of the embryo to the uterus, which is found to have a chromosomally normal structure, to reduce the likelihood of miscarriage that may occur later, and as a result, to increase the likelihood of couples having healthy babies. The NGS-based PGS operation is performed by embryologists who have the necessary education and experience in this regard. The process takes a short time and does not cause any harm to the embryo. The PGS process begins by combining the egg taken from the expectant mother and the sperm taken from the expectant father outside the body. 5. Development of embryos from formed embryos. or 6. on the day when the blastocyst is at the stage, several cells are taken by biopsy without damaging the embryo. These received cells are sent to the genetic laboratory for a scan of 24 chromosomes, while the embryos are frozen. At this point, it is extremely important that the procedure is performed by a qualified embryologist so that the embryo does not get damaged. At the end of this examination, the embryo or embryos whose genetic structure has been determined to be healthy are transferred after completion of intrauterine preparation and pregnancy results that reach higher rates are obtained, especially.

To summarize briefly; NGS-based PGS is a genetic screening method and can be used to detect numerical and structural imbalances in chromosomes. However, single gene diseases, especially those with familial transmission, cannot be detected with the PGS method.


Who are the Groups of Patients Who Can Be Administered NGS?




The benefits of the NGS method, which is a new generation genetic analysis technology, also raises the question of which patient groups this technique can be applied to. Before answering this question, we can state that the intended point of the NGS method is to be able to detect numerical and structural changes in chromosomes. Therefore, we can address the question of which people have these changes more often for groups of patients who can be administered NGS. Groups of patients for whom NGS can be applied can be listed as follows;

· In cases of repeated miscarriage,

· in expectant mothers over the age of 38,

· In severe male infertility,

* In cases of infertility, the cause of which is unknown,

· It is applied in cycles of continuous self-recurring treatment failures.

The NGS method, which is a rapidly developing field, is actively used in many countries today due to its possibilities and facilitating and accelerating effects for the process.


What are the Advantages of Preimplantastone Genetic Screening with NGS?




NGS, a new genetic examination method used to screen for 24 chromosomes in embryos, provides the opportunity to examine and sequence the entire human genome both numerically and structurally in a short period of time, such as a single day. It offers us a revolutionary technology in this aspect. The improved NGS method can detect mosaic embryos better than other PGD methods. The main advantages of Preimplantastone Genetic Screening with NGS are that it allows you to quickly scan a large area of genes, both numerically and structurally. In addition to scanning gene fields numerically and structurally, the NGS method also has advantages such as obtaining a more accurate result with a low margin of error, achieving faster results, and having a lower cost. With this method, 24 chromosome screening can also be performed simultaneously with the study of single gene diseases and HLA typing.


Does NGS Damage the Embryo?




IVF treatments are an extremely exciting period for couples. During this period, in order to obtain a healthy result, various tests are applied to the embryos obtained to determine the success rate. In some cases, couples may have a high risk of genetically abnormal embryo development. Advanced maternal age is one of these conditions. Embryos that are not genetically normal are not suitable for transfer. In order to be able to determine the chromosomal status of embryos and to obtain a healthy result, process planning is carried out in the light of the NGS result. Another confusing situation for couples at this point is whether NGS causes any damage to the embryo during the application phase. Doctors who specialize in their field and NGS performed under appropriate conditions do not pose a danger risk to the embryo. At this point, managing and planning the process in accordance with the needs with a reliable specialist and institution will also be an extremely important step.


Does Pregnancy Always Occur With a Smoothly Detected Embryo?




After the tests and examinations, embryos that do not carry any genetic abnormalities are placed in the uterus. The probability of the occurrence of pregnancy after this procedure develops due to various factors. These factors;

· Women's age

· The amount of ovarian reserve of the woman

* Sperm quality

· Embryo quality

· Ensuring a proper intrauterine environment

· The presence of hydrosalpinx

· Conditions encountered during embryo transfer

it can be sorted as follows. All these factors are among the dec that affect the occurrence of pregnancy. From this point of view, it is impossible to say that pregnancy always occurs with an embryo that is detected without problems.

Studies have shown that age-related embryos are less likely to be chromosomally normal. For this reason, pregnancy rates are also decreasing due to the increasing age of women, especially in IVF trials that have not been applied to PGS. In women under the age of forty, NGS-based PGS normal embryos vary between 40 and 60 percent probability with the results of the analysis, the rate falls below twenty percent in people over the age of 40.

In women over the age of forty, a low pregnancy rate is achieved by transferring an embryo that has not been genetically screened with NGS, while this rate is increased by transferring an embryo that has been diagnosed with NGS and is chromosomally normal.


How Many Days Do NGS Results Come Out?



The embryos that have been biopsied are 5 or 6 until they reach the blastocyst stage. by following it up to the day, only embryos that have not been detected as abnormalities are transferred to the expectant mother's uterus (uterus). The NGS process applied to the embryos is completed within the same day. In this way, treatment planning is quickly directed.

What are the NGS Test Prices?

The information obtained from the results of the NGS test gives a comprehensive information for the IVF process. At this point, NGS, a new generation genetic screening test, has entered our lives as a result of high technology. It is a method that also has many advantages, especially if it provides a quick and wide information about the chromosomal state of the embryo. In addition to the advantages it provides, NGS is a method that also has an extremely low cost. This is a situation that also increases the availability of the test. As the Huma IVF family, we continue to be there for our couples during this exciting process. For all your questions about NGS, you can review our site and contact us for detailed information.

In this article, we have included details about the NGS method. It is important to detect embryos that do not have chromosomal abnormalities, as well as to successfully transfer the embryos obtained in IVF treatments to the uterus. Comprehensive chromosomal screening practices performed by the NGS method play an extremely effective role in detecting chromosomal disorders in embryos and increase the risk of a positive outcome of the process.

Cat Eye Lift (Lateral Canthoplasty): A Guide to Achieving the Alluring Feline Look

In the world of cosmetic surgery, the desire for more youthful, exotic, and dramatic eye shapes has led to the growing popularity of the cat eye lift, also known as lateral canthoplasty. This procedure has become a favorite for those who want to achieve a striking, almond-shaped eye with lifted outer corners, giving them the appearance of an elegant, feline look. If you're considering this aesthetic treatment, this blog will walk you through everything you need to know about the cat eye lift.

What is a Cat Eye Lift (Lateral Canthoplasty)?

A cat eye lift, or lateral canthoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to lift and elongate the outer corners of the eyes, creating a more angular and youthful appearance. The goal of the procedure is to enhance the natural shape of the eyes by re-positioning the canthus (the corner of the eye) to give it a more open and lifted appearance, mimicking the alluring, feline eye shape.

While the procedure is mainly used to achieve a more dramatic look, it can also correct functional concerns, such as sagging eyelids or drooping outer corners of the eyes that may cause a tired or aged look.

Who is a Good Candidate for a Cat Eye Lift?

The ideal candidate for a cat eye lift is someone who:

  • Has drooping or downward-turned outer eye corners
  • Wants a more dramatic, almond-shaped eye appearance
  • Is in good overall health
  • Has realistic expectations about the outcomes of the surgery
  • Is looking for a permanent, natural enhancement to their eyes

If you're experiencing a tired or aged appearance due to the sagging skin around the eyes or simply want to enhance your natural eye shape, a cat eye lift can be an effective solution. However, it’s essential to consult with a qualified surgeon to determine whether the procedure is suitable for you based on your anatomy and aesthetic goals.

The Cat Eye Lift Procedure: Step-by-Step

The cat eye lift procedure is relatively straightforward but requires careful planning and precision. Here’s a general overview of what to expect during the procedure:

1. Consultation and Planning

Before undergoing a cat eye lift, you’ll have a consultation with a board-certified surgeon to discuss your aesthetic goals, medical history, and any concerns you may have. During this consultation, the surgeon will examine your eyes and facial structure to determine the best surgical approach and ensure you’re a good candidate for the procedure.

2. Anesthesia

The surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the patient’s preferences. The anesthesia ensures that you remain comfortable throughout the surgery.

3. Making the Incision

The surgeon will make a small incision at the outer corner of the eyelid, where the upper and lower eyelids meet. This is usually done discreetly along the natural lines of the eye to minimize visible scarring.

4. Repositioning the Canthus

The surgeon will carefully lift and reposition the tissues around the outer corner of the eye (the canthus) to achieve the desired lifted effect. The skin, muscles, and connective tissue may be tightened to create a more angular, almond-shaped look.

5. Closing the Incision

Once the desired lifting effect is achieved, the incision will be carefully closed with dissolvable sutures. The healing process will typically take a few weeks, and the scar will fade over time, becoming less noticeable.

6. Recovery and Aftercare

After the procedure, you may experience some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort around the eyes. Your surgeon will provide aftercare instructions, including how to care for the incision site, avoid strain on the eyes, and manage any discomfort. It's important to follow these instructions carefully to ensure proper healing.

Benefits of a Cat Eye Lift

The cat eye lift provides numerous benefits, both aesthetic and functional:

  • Enhanced Eye Shape: The primary benefit of the cat eye lift is the ability to achieve a more lifted, almond-shaped eye that many find youthful and dramatic.
  • More Youthful Appearance: Lifting the outer corners of the eyes can counteract the sagging or drooping that occurs with age, resulting in a more refreshed and youthful appearance.
  • Permanent Results: Unlike non-surgical alternatives like Botox or fillers, the results of a cat eye lift are permanent, making it a long-term solution.
  • Correction of Drooping Eyes: For patients with drooping outer corners or ptosis (sagging eyelids), the cat eye lift can correct this issue and restore a more youthful expression.

Risks and Considerations

As with any surgery, there are risks associated with the cat eye lift. It's important to weigh these risks carefully and discuss them with your surgeon during the consultation. Some potential risks include:

  • Scarring: While the incision is typically hidden in the natural creases of the eye, there is always a small risk of visible scarring, especially if the wound doesn’t heal properly.
  • Infection: As with any surgery, there’s a risk of infection at the incision site, though this can usually be minimized with proper aftercare and antibiotics if necessary.
  • Asymmetry: In rare cases, the results may be uneven, leading to asymmetry in the eyes. This can usually be corrected through revision surgery if needed.
  • Dry Eyes: Some patients may experience temporary dryness or irritation in the eyes after the procedure, which usually resolves over time.

Non-Surgical Alternatives to a Cat Eye Lift

If you’re hesitant about undergoing surgery, there are non-surgical options that can provide temporary results to lift the outer corners of the eyes:

  • Thread Lift: PDO threads can be used to lift the skin around the outer corners of the eyes, creating a more subtle lift. The results are temporary and usually last 6-12 months.
  • Botox: Botox injections can relax the muscles around the eyes, which may help lift the outer corners temporarily, but this only provides a subtle effect compared to surgery.
  • Filler: Dermal fillers can be used around the eye area to add volume and smooth out wrinkles, but they don’t create the same dramatic lifting effect as a cat eye lift.

Conclusion

A cat eye lift is a highly effective procedure for those who want to achieve a more youthful, defined, and dramatic look. Whether you're looking to correct drooping outer corners or simply want a more exotic eye shape, this procedure can provide permanent and stunning results. However, as with any cosmetic surgery, it’s important to carefully consider the potential risks and benefits and consult with a qualified surgeon to ensure the procedure aligns with your aesthetic goals. With proper planning and care, the cat eye lift can give you a more captivating, feline-inspired appearance that enhances your overall beauty.

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job): Everything You Need to Know

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is a popular cosmetic and reconstructive surgery that reshapes the nose for aesthetic and medical purposes. Whether you are considering rhinoplasty to enhance facial harmony or to correct breathing issues, understanding the procedure, benefits, and recovery process is crucial.

What is Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to change the shape, size, and structure of the nose. It can be performed for cosmetic enhancement or functional improvement. Patients may seek rhinoplasty to:

  • Reduce or increase nose size

  • Correct nasal asymmetry

  • Improve breathing difficulties caused by structural defects

  • Refine the nasal tip or bridge

  • Fix nasal injuries or birth defects

Types of Rhinoplasty

  1. Open Rhinoplasty: Involves making a small incision on the columella (the tissue between the nostrils), allowing greater access to nasal structures.

  2. Closed Rhinoplasty: Incisions are made inside the nostrils, making it a less invasive option with minimal visible scarring.

  3. Revision Rhinoplasty: Performed when a patient is dissatisfied with the results of a previous rhinoplasty.

  4. Functional Rhinoplasty: Aims to improve breathing issues caused by nasal obstructions such as a deviated septum.

Who is a Good Candidate for Rhinoplasty?

Ideal candidates for rhinoplasty should:

  • Be in good overall health

  • Have realistic expectations about the results

  • Be at least 18 years old (in most cases)

  • Have fully developed nasal structures

  • Experience breathing difficulties or dissatisfaction with nasal appearance

Procedure and Recovery

Rhinoplasty is typically performed under general anesthesia and can take 1-3 hours. The recovery process includes:

  • First Week: Swelling and bruising around the nose and eyes are common. Patients should rest and avoid strenuous activities.

  • First Month: Most of the swelling subsides, and patients can resume light activities.

  • Three to Six Months: The nose continues to refine, and the final shape becomes more visible.

  • One Year: The nose fully heals, revealing the final results.

Potential Risks and Complications

As with any surgical procedure, rhinoplasty carries some risks, including:

  • Infection

  • Bleeding

  • Scarring

  • Breathing difficulties

  • Unsatisfactory results requiring revision surgery

Why Choose Turkey for Rhinoplasty?

Turkey has become a top destination for rhinoplasty due to:

  • Highly skilled and experienced surgeons

  • State-of-the-art medical facilities

  • Affordable costs compared to Western countries

  • All-inclusive medical tourism packages

Conclusion

Rhinoplasty is a transformative procedure that enhances facial aesthetics and improves nasal function. If you are considering a nose job, consult with a qualified surgeon to discuss your goals and expectations. Choosing the right clinic and surgeon will ensure a safe and satisfying experience.

Interested in rhinoplasty? Contact us today to explore your options with top specialists in the field!

How to Improve Egg Productivity & Quality

Fertility is a crucial aspect of reproductive health, and for women, egg productivity and quality play a vital role in conception. The number and quality of eggs naturally decline with age, but various lifestyle changes, diet improvements, and medical interventions can help maintain and enhance ovarian health. Whether you are planning for pregnancy now or preserving fertility for the future, here are some effective ways to boost egg productivity and quality.

1. Maintain a Balanced and Nutrient-Rich Diet

What you eat directly impacts your reproductive health. A fertility-friendly diet should include:

  • Antioxidants: Found in berries, nuts, and leafy greens, antioxidants help protect eggs from oxidative stress.

  • Healthy Fats: Avocados, olive oil, and nuts support hormonal balance and egg cell membrane integrity.

  • Protein Sources: Include lean meats, fish, eggs, and plant-based proteins like beans and lentils to promote healthy egg development.

  • Folic Acid & B Vitamins: Essential for cell division and DNA synthesis. Found in leafy greens, citrus fruits, and fortified grains.

  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Found in salmon, flaxseeds, and walnuts, they enhance egg quality and overall reproductive health.

2. Stay Hydrated

Drinking enough water is essential for circulation and nutrient transport to the ovaries. Dehydration can negatively affect egg development and hormone production.

3. Maintain a Healthy Weight

Being overweight or underweight can disrupt hormonal balance and ovulation. Maintaining a BMI within a healthy range supports regular ovulation and egg maturation.

4. Reduce Stress Levels

Chronic stress increases cortisol levels, which can interfere with reproductive hormones and egg development. Stress management techniques include:

  • Meditation & Yoga: Help regulate stress hormones and improve blood flow to reproductive organs.

  • Regular Exercise: Moderate physical activity boosts circulation and hormone regulation.

  • Adequate Sleep: 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night supports hormone balance and overall health.

5. Avoid Toxins and Harmful Substances

  • Reduce Caffeine & Alcohol: Excessive intake can negatively affect fertility.

  • Quit Smoking: Smoking accelerates ovarian aging and reduces egg quality.

  • Limit Exposure to Environmental Toxins: Pesticides, plastics (BPA), and heavy metals can harm egg health. Opt for organic foods and use BPA-free products.

6. Take Fertility-Boosting Supplements

Certain vitamins and supplements can enhance egg quality:

  • Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10): Improves egg cell energy and mitochondrial function.

  • Vitamin D: Supports ovarian function and hormonal balance.

  • Zinc & Selenium: Help protect eggs from oxidative stress and improve overall reproductive health.

  • DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone): A precursor hormone that can help improve ovarian reserve in some cases (consult a doctor before use).

7. Consider Medical Interventions if Necessary

If you are struggling with fertility issues, consult a specialist who may recommend:

  • Hormonal Therapy: Helps regulate ovulation and improve egg development.

  • Ovulation Induction Medications: Clomiphene citrate or Letrozole can stimulate egg production.

  • IVF (In Vitro Fertilization): If natural conception is difficult, IVF can retrieve multiple eggs for fertilization.

  • PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Therapy: An emerging treatment that may help rejuvenate ovarian function.

8. Monitor Your Ovarian Reserve

Regular fertility check-ups can help assess egg quality and quantity. Tests such as:

  • AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) Test: Measures ovarian reserve.

  • FSH & Estradiol Tests: Assess ovarian function and hormone levels.

  • Antral Follicle Count (AFC) via Ultrasound: Provides insights into egg supply.

Conclusion

Improving egg productivity and quality requires a holistic approach that includes a healthy diet, lifestyle adjustments, and, if needed, medical assistance. By adopting these strategies, you can enhance your fertility potential and increase your chances of a successful pregnancy. If you are planning for the future, consider consulting a fertility specialist for personalized guidance on preserving and optimizing your reproductive health.

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