09.03.2025 16:40
A laboratory of a private genetic clinic in Konya, which claimed to provide 'gene' treatments for diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS), myopathy, macular degeneration, cancer, and cerebral palsy (CP), was sealed during a raid. The clinic allegedly demanded between 9,000 to 12,000 dollars from patients and their relatives. In a complaint to Cimer, it was claimed that experiments were being conducted with animal blood in the laboratory located in the basement.
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A complaint was filed with the Presidential Communication Center (CİMER) and the Provincial Health Directorate regarding a private genetic clinic in the Selçuklu district of Konya. According to the complaint made to CİMER; "In the clinic, 'gene' treatment is being performed for diseases such as MS, myopathy, macular degeneration, cancer, and SP.
AFTER 2 DAYS, INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AND THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS ARE REQUESTED
For patients who accept stem cell treatment, a blood sample is taken, and after 2 days, information is provided on whether the cell has multiplied, and a fee between 9,000 and 12,000 dollars is requested.
IN THE SO-CALLED STEM CELL TREATMENT, 'ISOTONIC SOLUTION' IS INJECTED
From patients who accept the treatment, an additional 10% VAT is collected in cash and via credit card. In the so-called stem cell treatment, 'isotonic solution' is injected into patients. It was stated that experiments are being conducted with 'animal blood' in the laboratory located in the basement of the clinic.
THERE IS NO LEGAL AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE TREATMENT
Following the complaint, teams from the Provincial Health Directorate raided the genetic clinic. The teams seized blood samples and genetic materials in the basement, which was claimed to be used as a laboratory. The Provincial Health Directorate sealed the laboratory, stating that the clinic does not have the legal authority to provide treatment and filed a criminal complaint with the prosecutor's office.
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