The process of keeping fertilized eggs for later use is called embryo freezing, or embryo cryopreservation. This technique allows patients or couples to “store” their embryos for a long time and to conceive just when they desire.
There are many reasons that an individual may look into embryo freezing:
Embryo cryopreservation helps maintain the possibility of having biological children in the future for people undergoing medical procedures or treatments that may impact their ability to do so, such as cancer therapies or premature ovarian failure.
For professional, academic, or personal reasons, it could be necessary to postpone having children. They are able to preserve their fertility and have children whenever it is most convenient for them thanks to embryo freezing.
When several fresh embryos are transferred during in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles, the possibility of multiple pregnancies can be decreased with the aid of embryo freezing. The patient is no longer forced to use all the available embryos and can freeze the remaining and unused embryos for the future.
In order to improve the selection of embryos for transfer and make more accurate and knowledgeable decisions on embryo transfer frozen embryos can be examined for genetic abnormalities prior to their implantation.
The outcome of embryo freezing can be affected by many factors such as:
One significant factor influencing the likelihood of a successful embryo pregnancy is the quality of the embryos at the freezing stage. To ensure the best quality embryos before freezing, your fertility specialist will carefully choose the embryos after they have thawed.
To ensure the long-term viability of cryopreserved embryos, it is crucial to maintain the ideal temperature and storage conditions.
An intriguing new technology called embryo cryopreservation may allow individuals and couples to secure their future by banking their fertility. Making an informed decision about whether embryo freezing is the best option for you requires knowledge about the procedure, advantages, and factors involved.
Please do not hesitate to contact our team of fertility specialists if you would like to arrange a consultation or would want more information about embryo freezing. We are here to support you at every turn and offer you the courage to dream of starting your own family.
Patients with a history of infertility or loss due to miscarriage
People who want to postpone having a family for personal or work purposes
Patients with potential fertility disrupting therapies
Women of advanced maternal age
1. Initial Consultation
During this appointment, your fertility specialist will review your medical history, conduct any necessary tests, and explain the process of elective embryo cryopreservation, including its risks, benefits, and potential results.
2. Ovulation Induction and Monitoring
To encourage your ovaries to produce several mature eggs, you will go through a series of fertility medications. Blood tests and ultrasounds will be used to monitor your progress.
3. Egg Retrieval
The fertility doctor will carefully remove the eggs from your ovaries in a relatively minor procedure once they reach the necessary stage.
4. Fertilization
To create embryos, the newly obtained eggs will be fertilized with spermatozoa from a donor or your partner using either intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) or other methods.
5. Embryo Development
Fertilized eggs will be cultured in an advanced laboratory setting so that they can further mature to high-grade embryos.
6. Embryo Freezing
To ensure the embryos’ long-term survival, the embryos will then be meticulously cryopreserved and maintained in cold temperatures using cutting-edge cryopreservation technology, such as vitrification, which prevents ice crystal formation and the damage it causes.
7. Storage
The cryopreserved embryos will be kept at a storage facility, where they may be monitored for deterioration and maintained at an ideal temperature.
Our clinic's location in the Famagusta (Gazimağusa), Glapsides region of Northern Cyprus puts you within easy reach of the area's best swimming beaches, restaurants, and resorts, allowing you to relax and unwind during your stay.
Located in Northern Cyprus, this is the most convenient option and is only a 40-minute drive from our clinic.
Located in the South of Cyprus, this is another popular option depending on your passport and flight availability.
To ensure your experience is completely stress-free from the moment you book your flights, your dedicated Patient Coordinator will manage all of your logistical arrangements. We handle every detail so you can focus on your treatment.
We will arrange for a driver to meet you upon arrival and transport you directly to your accommodation and appointments.
We can recommend and assist with booking your stay from a wide range of high-quality hotels, apartments, and boutique options that meet our standards for comfort and convenience.
From your arrival until your departure, we ensure every detail of your visit is thoughtfully managed.
Simply share your travel plans with your coordinator, and we will handle the rest.
For patients requiring an egg or sperm donor, we have a comprehensive and carefully managed donor programme. The process is governed by strict local regulations that ensure complete donor anonymity.
Our donors undergo rigorous screening, including extensive medical, genetic, and psychological evaluations, to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. While the donor's identity remains anonymous, you will be provided with a detailed, non-identifying profile which typically includes:
This allows you to choose a donor with characteristics that are important to you while respecting the legal framework of anonymity.
We specialize in making the process seamless for our international patients. Your journey is managed by a dedicated International Patient Coordinator who will be your single point of contact.
After your initial consultation, we will create your bespoke treatment plan.
We offer two flexible pathways for our patients travelling from abroad.
For your convenience, you can begin the initial stages of your treatment at home. We will coordinate with a UK-based clinic for your preliminary scans and tests. You then travel to Cyprus to complete the final stages, requiring a stay of as little as one week for your key procedures. This option is popular as it minimizes your time away from home.
Alternatively, you can choose to undertake your entire treatment cycle with us in Cyprus. This allows you to step away from daily routines and relax in our calm, supportive environment. This all-inclusive pathway typically requires a stay of approximately three weeks.
Whichever pathway you choose, your coordinator will assist with planning your trip, providing recommendations for premium accommodation and organizing private airport transfers. Our goal is to manage all the logistics, allowing you to focus completely on your treatment in a calm, stress-free environment.
This is often the first and most important question we receive. While we are proud of our excellent success rates, which are in line with top European clinics, we believe in providing you with a transparent and realistic perspective. Rather than focusing on a single, generic statistic, we provide a personalized success projection during your initial consultation. This is based on your specific age, medical history, and diagnosis.
Our success is built upon the expertise of our world-class clinicians and embryologists, who utilize state-of-the-art laboratory technology, including AI-driven embryo selection. We are committed to ethical and transparent reporting, ensuring you have the confidence and clarity you need to make an informed decision.
