In 2017, Dr Knight was the first doctor in Australia to perform the Ovarian PRP procedure, and has been treating women from all around Australia and overseas with this technique since. To date, he has performed hundreds of these procedures. Since the introduction in 2017, there have been many changes in both the information available about this procedure and how it can be undertaken to maximise outcomes. The Demeter ovarian rejuvenation program is a holistic approach to the issue of ovarian ageing, and to our best knowledge, the only Program of its type in the world.
How does it work?
Ovarian Rejuvenation is a surgical procedure which includes platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) collected from the patient, injected directly into the patients ovaries. Research shows that repeat treatments can be used in an attempt to ‘restart’ the ovaries and help produce new egg cells.
We know from decades of research that women are born with all the eggs they will ever have and progressively this number decreases as we get older. However, the research on Ovarian Rejuvenation contends this, suggesting when done correctly, the right amount of times and followed with as many cycles as possible, women’s bodies may be able to produce new eggs. This is the overall aim of ovarian rejuvenation.
The Ovarian Rejuvenation program varies from patient to patient depending on age, fertility diagnosis, and patient preferences. A standard treatment program which is devised through significant research and development looks at a lot like the below;
Dr Knight has devised a robust and comprehensive measurement, investigation and treatment process to complement the use of the Ovarian PRP procedure. The Demeter Ovarian Rejuvenation program has been developed for women who have known “decreased” or “impaired” ovarian function diagnoses. These diagnoses include
It is important to note that Ovarian Rejuvenation (with PRP) is different from inter-uterine PRP which is a standard treatment approach used to help thicken the lining of the uterus in preparation of an embryo transfer. Demeter Fertility also offer inter-uterine PRP.
The program is a specialised, tailored and comprehensive approach to a number of fertility challenges that impact many women attempting to fall pregnant. Although the above is a general approach to a treatment plan, ovarian rejuvenation is not a one-size-fits-all program. Different time frames, treatment requirements and medications are just some of the variables that can be changed to suit individuals.
For more information on treatment processes, available appointments and costs please contact us directly on 1300 899 850 or via the contact form below.
