Stem Cell Treatments

Turkey offers high-quality treatment services with competent and expert orhthopedist, cardiologist, plastic surgeons, dermatologist and oncologist in the field of stem-cell treatment. Treatments of wide range of diseases are caried out with advanced technology in our partner hospitals and clinics with high standards. As Prospero Medical, we brought together a team of specially trained experts and leading medical specialist in Turkey to offer advanced care and treatment packages.

Stem cells which are known as mother cells, form the structure of all tissues and organs in the body. They constiute the primary mechanisim of the regenerative medicine in terms of creating a repair stimuli of the diseased, dysfunctional and damaged tissue. Thus, they have a very important place in the revitalization of diseased tissues and organs. Due to their structural superiority, stem cells have started to be used in the treatment of many diseases today.

The injection method is performed with local anesthesia. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to collect the stem cell, 45 minutes to 2 hours to isolate the stem cell, and about 5 minutes to reinject it.

Stem cells are special cells that are tissue compatible or can be taken from the individual and used in the treatment of diseases and can transform into various cells by virtue of stem cells unique function to differentiate into different cells and propogate and re-new capabilities.

Mesenchymal Stem Cell, Hematopoietic Stem Cell (Blood Cells), Endothelial Stem Cell and Autologous cells are used as Adult Stem Cells. (ASCs) that can renew themselves or generate new cells that can replace defunct and damaged tissue.

Adult stem cells (ACSs) are cells taken from bone marrow and ligaments, they are categorized in five different types:

•  Stromal Vascular Fraction (SVF); It is a liquid rich in stem cells obtained from fat tissue.
• Mesenchymal Stem Cell; They are cells that are found in connective tissues and can transform into other cells.
•  Hematopoietic Stem Cell (Blood Cell); They are immature cells that are effective in blood formation. These cells taken from the bone marrow can multiply, renew and transform into different cells.
• Endothelial Stem Cell; They are cells that mature in the bone marrow and join the circulatory system to treat vascular diseases.
• Autologous Stem Cells; They are cells that do not have the ability to transform into other cells and are grown in a laboratory environment.

Today, stem cell treatments are applied in many areas such as gastrointestinal disorders, neurological isorders, orthopedics and dermatology. Disorders for which stem cell therapy can be applied include:

• Gastrointestinal disorders; ulcerative colitis, cirrhosis and Crohn’s disease.
• Orthopedic Disorders: Knee and hip calcifications, nonunion fractures, degenerative disc diseases, meniscus tears, tendinopathies, carpal tunnel syndrome and bursitis
• Urological Diseases; Erectile dysfunction
• Gynecological Disorders; Decreased ovarian reserve, thin endometrium and Asherman syndrome
• Eye diseases; Corneal damage, macular degeneration
• Cardiological Diseases; Mesenchymal stem cell therapy after heart attack,
• Dermatological Disorders; Non-healing wounds, burns and scar treatment, filling of skin deformities and skin rejuvenation
• Neurological Disorders; Cerebral Palsy (CP), Autism, Alzheimer’s, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), After acute spinal cord injury
• Oncological Diseases; Bone marrow cancer, lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma, leukemia and organ cancers

Stem cells are taken from the human body or from compatible or semi-compatible donors and transplanted to the individual. Stem cell therapy is used in many different branches of medicine such as cardiology, neurology, orthopedics and dermatology, as well as oncology. Stem cells (mother cells), which do not have a specific function, indirectly execute the repair function by transforming into many different cells. For this reason, the pirmary aim of the treatment is to heal and repair damaged and diseased tissues and organs and help to bolster the immune system.

1)Perinatal Stem Cells

It is discoverd that amniotic fluid and umblical cord blood does contain stem cells that are endowed with the function of changing into specialized cells. There are innvolvate biotechnological experiments conducted in Turkey where hybrid cell derived from cord blood (Stembio) is likely to deliver breakhtough results in the process of stem-cell production and the banking.

2)Embryonic Stem Cells

They are derived from the embryo and contain rich stem-cells that could regenerate and repair any damaged organ and tissue. There are special guidelines laid out for the use of embryonic stem cells in line with the recommendation of the National Instututes of Health which offers a clear definition of the circumstances fort he embryonic stem cells to be used.

3)Adult-Stem Cells

There are mostly found in stem-cell rich bone marrow and fat in most adult tissues, only in small numbers though, they don’t have as much capability to grow and propogate in comparison to any embryonic stem cells.

4)Laborotory Modified Adult Stem Cells

Researches are being conducted to produce laboratory—programmed stem cells mimicking the capabilies and the fuction of the embryonic stem cells, that are also known as induced pluripotent stem cells (IPSCs). With this new technology, scientists are aiming to reduce the immune system rejection of the new stem cells, however, any potential adverse effects are still in the process of identification.

People who are deemed suitable for stem cell treatment are generally assessed according to age, gender and severity of the disease. While stem cell therapy can completely cure some diseases, it is also used to reduce the symptoms of some diseases and extend the lifespan of individuals. Treatment is generally preferred in individuals with orthopedic disorders, skin disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, as well as in individuals diagnosed with cancer such as lymphoma and bone marrow. Furthermore, stem cells can also be used in vascular diseases and immune diseases. Stem cell therapy can also be applied to individuals with cancer and non-cancerous diseases.

Stem cell treatment involves the sterile concentration of fluids obtained from stem cell-rich tissues and injection of it to the damaged area, stem cells are reproduced in a special laboratory settings in desired numbers and transplanted to the person. It normally takes 15 to 20 minutes to collect stem cells, 45 minutes to 2 hours to concentrate the stem cells, and approximately 5 minutes to inject them into the person. Repeat sessions might be required in terms of the severity of the health problem or the ailment.

Individuals do not have to stay at the hospital or clinic after the stem-cell tratment. Bruising, swelling and fatigue could occur following the treatment, however, they are mainly observed as temporary side effects. Although it varies from individual to individual, recovery may take a few days, weeks or months. Over time, stem cells interact with surrounding tissues and begin the repair function. Individuals notice the changes in themselves over time. After treatment, individuals may be recommended physical therapy or additional treatment methods, depending on the type of the ailment being treated..

• Stem-cell treatments might require more than one session, hence; attending to follow-up sessions would be of great imnportance to bring the treatment to fruition.
• It is equally important to engage in auxillary treatment methods, if deemed necesarry.
• Healthy and sustainable nutrition patterns contributes positively to general health and the healing process in general.
• Adopting an active lifestyle is important both spiritually and physically.

Stem cell therapy inherently refers to the treatment protocol where body’s own healing mechanism is being used. Transplantation of stem cells (parent cells), which do not have specific function on their own initiate the repair function of the cell mechanism on the damaged tissue or organ, by virtue of the fact that stem cells create specialized cells, that continuously renew and divide to make replicas of themselves and replenish and renew specific cell types (Hematopoietic stem cells support blood and immune cells, Basal stem cells support skin cells, Mesencymal stem cells support bone, cartilage, muscle and fat) hence why stem cell treatment has been proven to be beneficial on wide range of different treatments. Turkey has become one of the sought-after coutries where there is a steady increase of demand for stem-cell treatment from patients travelling abroad. Not only the high-standard of care, but at the same time innovative bio-technological researches conducted in this field by leading bio-tech companies have given rise to Turkey’s reputation in stem-cell treatments. Affordability and accessibity from most European and Middle Eastern countries could also be accountable to Turkey’s being on the top-rated countries fors tem-cell treatments.

Cost of the stem-cell treatment varies depending on the healthcare provider, practising doctor’s experiences, treatments method, individual properties of the disorder and and the technical standardsof the clinic where the treatment is conducted. We collobrate with the top-rated clinicians and the laboratories in Istanbul and Izmir and offer you the most comprehensive stem-cell treatment package to deliver the desirable remedy for your ailment. We are only a message and phone call away, please contact us for more details.