Cryopreservation of sperm and fertilised eggs, pelvic
microsurgery for the repair of the female reproductive
tract, laparoscopic surgery for diseases of the female
reproductive system, laparoscopic varicocoelectomy for
male infertility, sperm banking and ovulation induction;
and drug treatment such as Hormone_Replacement_Theropy
(HRT)
More importantly, the Centre provides patient with the
best quality and cutting-edge technology in fertility
treatment. Today, the Centre stands at the leading edge
of fertility treatment. Today, the Centre stands at
the leading edge of fertility research and continues
to strive for new breakthroughs in the field of reproductive
medicine. It is currently looking at one of the leading
advancement in fertility treatment - , a procedure used
in conjunction with IVF.
This technique involves the testing of eggs or embryos
for genetic condition with IVF. This technique involves
the testing of eggs or embryos for genetic conditions
prior to being implanted in the uterus. Scientist can
now detect genetic abnormalities that can affect embryo
implantation and development. This technique will improve
the odds of pregnancy, reduce the risk of pregnancy
loss and increase the chances of birth to a genetically
normal baby.
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The
Centre adopts a holistic approach to fertility treatment.
Medical expertise and scientific excellence is only
part of the story; fertility treatment can be stressful
and the emotional psychological needs of patients
have to be taken care of as well. The Centre's interior
is specially designed to suit these purposes. Its
fusion of Asian and European aesthetics, warm colours,
subdued lightings and carpeted floors conveys a
warm, cozy and emotionally secure environment, conducive
for "procreation".
The
Centre also conducts counselling sessions to educate
patients on treatment goals, medications, expected
outcomes and plan of care. Besides, relaxation techniques
such as aromatherapy, naturopathy and homeopathy
are employed to help patients cope with stress and
anxiety.
The
medical expertise and modern facilities of the Centre
and Gleneagles Hospital are equipped to support
the wide range of services. The facilities include
the Gleaneagles Hospital's state-of-art clean room
laboratories specially designed for the IVF and
for other assisted reproductive procedures, operating
theatres for delivery and medical suites for inpatient
stay. Besides, the Centre also house facilities
such as laboratories that support an extensive range
of biochemical tests and room for patient treatment,
examination and consultation.
The
Centre is proud to present an impressive record
in fertility treatment including IVF.
As one of the best-performing centres in Asia, the
Centre has achieved high success rate in IVF. the
probability of successfull pregnancy after one cycle
(with three embryo transfer) of IVF is 50% with
a take home baby rate of as high as 35%. In 1998,
the Centre has produced Asia's first IVF sextuplets,
a significant breakthrough in the field of fertility
treatment.
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Dr.Christopher_Chen
and his experienced team of 28 comprising of nurses,
medical assistants, scientists and administrators constitute
the success of the Centre. Under the care of this dedicated
team, patients can experience the highest quality in the
medical care. According to Dr Chen, patient care is always
regarded as the highest priority. "At a times, the
Centre has to be opened from 8 am in the morning till
2 am at nigh just to serve up to the very last patient,"
said Dr Chen. " We never turned patient away,"
he added.
Today,
the Centre is one of the most sought after destination
for the fertility treatment in the region. It serves a
patient base of 180,000 people comprising patients from
Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei, Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam,
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Mongolia, China,
Hong Kong, Taiwan and Japan. As a testament to the Centre's
growing reputation, patient has also come from as far
as Australia and UK. "Patients come to us because
they believe we can provide the best", Dr Christopher
Chen commented.
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