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Stem cells help with diabetes by repairing insulin-producing cells.

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Stem cell treatment for diabetes mellitus

Diabetes is a disease that affects different parts of the body. It includes high levels of glucose, also known as blood sugar. Diabetes can affect the smallest blood vessels that are essential for the functioning of the eyes, kidneys and sensitive nerves. This condition can hinder the body's ability to repair injuries and lead to diabetic foot. Our stem cell treatment for diabetes mellitus involves infusing allogeneic mesenchymal stem cells into the patient's body to regenerate insulin-producing cells, restore blood flow, create new blood vessels and repair damaged vessels.

The benefits of stem cell treatment for diabetes mellitus can vary from patient to patient depending on many factors, including your current health status, medical history, extent of damage, and other factors. It is important to understand that although the use of allogeneic mesenchymal stem cell injections for regenerating blood vessels and general tissues that have been affected has shown some of the highest effectiveness in treating this condition, patients undergoing this treatment should not expect a guaranteed cure.

How is our stem cell transplant for diabetes mellitus performed in Istanbul?

The key advantages of choosing Istanbul Stamcel Therapy for diabetes mellitus:

Our specialists in stem cell treatments in Istanbul have years of experience in addressing chronic conditions. Our medical team exclusively employs the latest proven techniques.

Treatments are conducted in an internationally recognized hospital, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and facilities.

Our therapies utilize very high numbers of live stem cells, up to 200 million. This ensures optimal results.

Expert stem cell treatment led by Uzm. Dr. Cihan Bolat, MD

Our regenerative treatments are led by Uzm. Dr. Cihan Bolat, MD, Specialist in Anaesthesiology and Reanimation · Regenerative Medicine. We use mesenchymal stem cells derived from umbilical cord tissue and Wharton’s jelly, and exosomes. Our medical team reviews each patient’s health and medical history to assess treatment suitability and discuss the available options.

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How does our stem cell treatment process for diabetes mellitus work?

All our stem cell treatments at Istanbul Stamcel are assessed and administered by specialists who specialise in the respective condition and have been trained in the United States and Turkey. We do this not only with general practitioners to ensure the highest level of precision, understanding of the condition and quality of treatment for you. We are 100% clear and honest with you.

Not everyone is eligible for our stem cell treatments. We turn away many patients after our specialist has evaluated your current health status and medical history and determined that the treatment is not appropriate, to avoid false promises or expectations when the risks outweigh the benefits. For this reason and to ensure your safety in all our treatments, each patient is assessed by the specialist before you can plan your treatment.

  1. Step 1.

    Specialist assessment

    For diabetes patients, our specialist needs to know your age and previous medical treatments. In addition, the specialist will need to review your SMAC-32 Chemistry Screen (also called Comprehensive Metabolic Panel or CMP), Complete Blood Count (CBC), and Hemoglobin A1C Test (HbA1C).

  2. Step 2.

    Telephone Consultation with the Specialist (Free)

    Once the specialist has reviewed your medical records and confirmed your suitability, we will present options and pricing. At that time we also offer a free telephone consultation to discuss questions and concerns.

  3. Step 3.

    Stem cell preparation

    Once you decide to undergo our treatment, we will send a deposit invoice to start the process of stem cell preparation so that it is ready in time for the scheduled treatment. This process may take 5-10 days depending on current demand and availability.

  4. Step 4.

    Treatment day

    On the day of treatment, you can choose to come to our hospital location or use our free round-trip transportation from any point within our hospital location in Istanbul. Our driver will pick you up at your desired location and accompany you to our clinic, where the specialist will administer your treatment, and then take you back.

  5. Step 5.

    Follow-up care

    Our follow-up specialist will contact you according to our follow-up schedule to ensure you have all the resources you need for maximum benefits.

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Frequently asked questions about stem cell treatment

Can stem cell therapy cure my diabetes mellitus?

An improvement in symptoms is different from a cure. Whether stem cell therapy is a reasonable option for you depends on your diagnosis, previous treatment and the evidence for the proposed protocol. Discuss realistic goals and how progress would be measured; an individual outcome cannot be guaranteed.

For diabetes, the type of diabetes, your current medication and glucose trends are important discussion points.

How effective is this stem cell treatment for diabetes mellitus?

Potential outcomes vary between people and treatment protocols. Your assessment should cover specific goals, the available research and the remaining uncertainties. Agree on when and how results will be assessed. Another patient’s experience cannot reliably predict your own outcome.

For diabetes, the type of diabetes, your current medication and glucose trends are important discussion points.

How is my suitability assessed?

Medical assessment comes before treatment planning. Share your diagnosis, current symptoms, medication, previous treatments and available test results. The specialist considers potential benefits, risks and alternatives. Further assessment may be needed, and treatment may not be appropriate.

How much does treatment cost, and what is included?

The existing indicative price for this treatment is €8,000–€10,900. Your final proposal depends on the medical assessment and the agreed treatment plan.

The existing treatment information includes transport to and from the clinic, specialist treatment, a personal contact and follow-up. Confirm the exact arrangements in your quotation.

Before booking, request a written quotation covering treatment, tests, transport and follow-up. Confirm whether travel, accommodation, extra sessions and additional care are included. Insurance reimbursement is not automatic; check this with your insurer in advance.

Research & insight

The science behind the possibilities.

Selected publications for Diabetes mellitus

Explore what was actually studied and how the findings relate to this treatment.

Randomized trial2022

Glucose control in type 2 diabetes

In 91 adults, three infusions improved HbA1c and insulin requirements versus placebo over 48 weeks. This did not establish a cure or study type 1 diabetes.

Umbilical cord tissue MSCs

Read on PubMedPMID 35505375
Study details
Reference
Zang L et al. Stem Cell Res Ther, 2022.
DOI: 10.1186/s13287-022-02848-6
Material studied
Umbilical cord tissue MSCs
How should you read these studies?

We select research by condition, cell source and administration, prioritising cord tissue and Wharton’s jelly. This is not a systematic review. A matching cell source does not mean preparation, dose or protocol matches our treatment. Extracellular vesicles, isolated exosomes and secretome are different preparations. Animal and laboratory research explores possible mechanisms; a trial protocol contains no results yet. PubMed inclusion is not treatment approval.

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Relevance to your situation depends on diagnosis, product and treatment plan.

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Understanding your situation
Understanding your situation
Step 01 — Getting to know you

It starts with your story.

Discuss your questions and the information needed for your evaluation. Your medical history and expectations are our starting point.

Start with your question
From proposal to travel
From proposal to travel
Step 02 — Preparing together

Plan your next step.

Discuss the treatment proposal, travel, accommodation and transfers. Agree on the practical arrangements before your visit.

Discuss your preparation
After your return
After your return
Step 03 — Care & follow-up

Attention that goes further.

Agree on treatment and follow-up arrangements, including whom to contact after you return home and which information to take with you.

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Ask about the treatment, costs or your journey. We can discuss what your next step might be.

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