SVF

SVF therapy in Turkey

What is SVF (Stromal Vascular Fraction)? 

SVF (Stromal Vascular Fraction) is a cellular therapy method obtained from adipose tissue and containing rich stem cells, growth factors and other biological materials. SVF has an important place in regenerative treatment approaches in orthopaedics and aesthetic medicine. It is especially used in joint diseases, soft tissue injuries and chronic inflammation. For SVF treatment, approximately 200 cc of adipose tissue is removed from the patient through a small surgical procedure.

This procedure is usually performed in the abdomen. The removed fat tissue is subjected to a special process and SVF is obtained. SVF contains stem cells, stromal cells, growth factors and immunological cells. Since SVF is obtained from adipose tissue, it contains a high amount of mesenchymal stem cells. It is a rich mixture containing not only stem cells but also growth factors and immunological cells.

This mixture is injected into the area to be treated, allowing the tissues to repair and heal. SVF, obtained from the patient’s own cells, offers a natural healing process specific to the patient as it provides biological compatibility.

Uses of SVF in Orthopaedics

1. Cartilage Damage and Osteoarthritis:

SVF is a promising method for the repair of articular cartilage and the treatment of osteoarthritis. In large joints such as the knee, hip and shoulder, it reduces pain and improves joint mobility by stimulating the regeneration of cartilage tissue.

2. Tendon and Ligament Injuries:

In tendon injuries such as Achilles tendonitis, rotator cuff tears, SVF application accelerates the healing process at the cellular level. The stem cells contained in SVF contribute to the regeneration of damaged tissue.

3. Soft Tissue Injuries:

 In muscle and connective tissue injuries, SVF provides rapid healing of the tissues and prevents long-term pain and loss of function.

4. Meniscus and Joint Injuries:

In meniscal tears and other intra-articular injuries, SVF application supports the natural healing process of the joint tissue by providing additional healing potential in patients with arthroscopic repair of the meniscus.

5. Avascular necrosis:

   In cases such as avascular necrosis of    the hip head, which results in impaired blood circulation and death of bone tissue, SVF contributes to the regeneration of bone tissue by improving blood supply in cases where necrotic bones are surgically removed.

In conclusion, orthobiological applications such as SVF offer non-surgical and regenerative solutions in the field of orthopaedics, providing effective results in joint diseases, tendon injuries and other soft tissue problems.