Asiye Uzun, Guzin Zeren Ozturk, Beray Gelmez Tas4, Saliha Busra Aksu, Ayse Karahasanoglu

Evaluation of the use of alternative and complementary therapies and conception status of women receiving infertility treatment

This study aims to evaluate the use of alternative and complementary therapies and conception status of women receiving infertility treatment. A total of 349 patients who applied to the infertility department of Medipol University and Private Nisa Hospital between October 1st and November 30th, 2020 were included in the study on their consent in participating in the research. Data was collected through face-to-face interviews using an information form prepared in accordance with the literature review carried out by the researchers. The pregnancy status of the patients was recorded as a result of the treatment and their relationship with the use of alternative and complementary therapies was examined. Of the 349 patients who participated in the study. A statistically significant difference (p

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