Best Most Frequently Asked Questions about Stem Cell Treatment

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Here, you will learn all about the most frequently asked questions about stem cell treatment as they were asked by our patients.

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More and more people are looking to stem cell therapy as a promising advancement in medicine, especially when traditional treatments do not deliver the desired results.

Stem cells are unique cells with the ability to transform into various cell types. They can self-renew and develop into specialized cells, playing a vital role in the body’s repair and maintenance processes.

Here you can read the most frequently asked questions about stem cell treatment that our patients ask us:

Please note that these most frequently asked questions about stem cell treatment are in no way a substitute for an expert consultation with a professional doctor. Each case is individual and must be examined by a competent doctor. This article about the is only intended to help you find your way around …

Here you go … Dive in most frequently asked questions about stem cell treatment, that our patients asked us …

What type of stem cells will be used (e.g., mesenchymal, autologous, or allogeneic)?

We will use umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells.

What is the source (e.g., bone marrow, adipose tissue, donor)?

The stem cells we use are sourced from donor, from umbilical cord blood.

This treatment can actually help my son. Of 100% what are the approximate chances?

We cannot give percentages as everyone reacts differently. It is not possible to say with certainty to what extent your child’s situation will improve. However, he should become less aggressive and be able to return to school.

Why should we do 3 sessions?

80% of patients show a reaction after 3 sessions, so we always recommend 3 sessions. If stem cell therapy is done for orthopedic reasons 1 session may be enough.

Is accommodation included in the price?

Accommodation is not included, you should book by yourself. However we can recommend you some hotels or apartments nearby the clinic. The price only includes airport transfer.

I am worried about touching the spinal cord. Is there any risk?

Most of our patients have concerns regarding touching the spinal cord. However, the spinal cord will NOT be touched, injections are done into the fluid of the spinal cord, not into the spinal cord itself.

I’m doubtful because I don’t want to risk causing further damage due to the treatment.

No long-term side effects are expected. Until nowadays, there is no negative effect known to us. In worst case, everything will stay like it is. Expected side effects maybe light fever within the first 24-48 hours after the applications. This can be handled with normal pain killers and fever-reducing medication.

I’m interested, but I need some time to check with the doctors here to make sure everything is ok.

Doctors in your home country most probably will not approve the stem cell therapy as it is not allowed there for this condition …

Can you guarantee success?

Stem cell therapy is worldwide still in clinical trial and you will not find anybody, who guarantees for success. If you find some clinic, which does so, run away as fast as you can, because they are not honest.

I would be very happy to see any photos or videos before and after the treatment for my case if possible.

You will understand, that most patients don’t agree to publication of any photos or videos of their child. I assume, that you also will not do so, right?
We have seen very good results, however, you may understand, that most patients don’t agree in sharing their experiences, even if they made positive ones. As stem cell treatment is a long tern treatment, positive results can be seen the earliest 2 month after the treatment, most probably in a time range of 2-6 month after the treatment. This is the time, the body needs …

It’s not like getting dental work, plastic surgery or hair transplant where you see the results ad hoc …

How much usually price for stem cell therapy?

Prices depend on the underlying disease, the application method as well as on the patient’s body weight. You may calculate a price between 6.500 usd and 14.000 usd for one session.

Where are your cells produced?

They are produced in a GPM certified laboratory. In Istanbul resp. in the whole Turkey, there are only 4 or 5 laboratories, which are allowed to produce stem cells.

There are very strong restrictions from government. Before being used in humans, the stem cells are tested in our laboratory for 14 parameters to ensure that they are healthy stem cells.

Is the blood different if there are vaccines involved in the stem cells? (This is a big issue)

The stem cells we use are gained from the umbilical cord blood of new born babys, imagine them like a white paper, everything can be written on it. However, there is no control, if the parents of the baby had vaccines or not.

What clinical evidence supports the use of these stem cell injections for lumbar disc herniation and knee injuries?

There’s a growing body of research, including case series and small randomized controlled trials, showing benefits in pain reduction and functional improvement. However, large-scale, long-term studies are still needed for definitive proof.

What outcomes have previous patients experienced after similar treatments, and what is the success rate?

Patients have reported decreased pain and improved mobility, with success rates varying from 50-70% in terms of significant symptom relief. Outcomes can vary based on individual health factors.

Can my mother’s ALS be cured with stem cells?

Even if it is very difficult, we should remain realistic and try to do the best for your mother. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for ALS worldwide.

The stem therapy for ALS aims to slow down the progression of the disease and make daily life as comfortable as possible. At the moment, your mother is doing very well. To keep it that way for as long as possible, you should think about stem cell treatment.

Is the written report ok or do you need the film and xrays?

Please provide us the reports first. Of course, film and xrays will be needed also but it may be enough if you bring them with you when you come to Istanbul.

My MRI is almost two years old. Is that enough or do I need a new one?

Let’s see your doctor reports first please … Most probaply doctor will request a new MRI, however this can also be done in Turkey

What is the rationale behind using those numbers for the different injection sites? More cells = better result?

Even if we inject more stem cells into your spine, the body will not be able to take them, imagine it like a small glass and a big glass … when you fill to much into it, the glass overflows, it makes no sense to do so, therefore different numbers of stem cells will be used.

What guidance is used during the injection (e.g., fluoroscopy, ultrasound) to ensure precision?

We use fluoroscopy, shortly called skopi, for the lumbar disc injections to ensure accurate placement. For the knee, we might use ultrasound or fluoroscopy, depending on the specific location and condition of the joint, but mostly we don’t need any for knees.

What is skopi?

Skopi is an instrument, which shows the doctor during the treatment, where the needle is so that he knows where to make the injection. It’s some kind of x-ray. This is very important when doing the spine treatment.

Do you know if the injection for my knee is intradisc or intrathecal?

İntrathecal means in the fluid in the spine. For some illnesses, this might be better, e.g. we are also treating autistic children with stem therapy, and in these cases injections are done intrathecal. If the injections are done intrathecal, they are done under light sedation.

Am I asleep during the procedure?

If its done intradisc, the stem cells are directly there, where they are needed, directly into the disc. You will not be asleep during the procedure, will be done under local anesthesia.

You said I just can’t do long walks for 3 days post procedure?

We don’t want you to make big walks in the 3 days following the stem cell application into your knee. However, you will be able to walk, you will leave the hospital on your own feet’s, walking …

So my question is how long would I need to be there for first treatments (two or three days or longer)?

A stay of 3 days would be enough for ortopedic treatment. On the first day, we will take MRI, doctor consultation, examination and decision, how many stem cells to be used, paper work and payment.

Afterwards, we will order the stem cells, they will be individually prepared for you. So if we order e.g. on Monday, they will be ready on Tuesday afternoon and should be used latest until Wednesday.

We will do the application on Tuesday afternoon and you can leave for home on Wednesday.

May I ask why the transfer company needs everyone’s names? It’s just me and 1 other ..

It’s an official transfer company and they need to register the name of the passengers they are transporting for insurance reasons.

How can I communicate with the doctor? Is there any translator?

The doctors are fluent in English. MedClinics will provide a translator in your mother language in case needed …

These were the most frequently asked questions about stem cell treatment.

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