ABORTION IN TURKEY FOR PATIENTS COMING FROM GREECE – SAFE, LEGAL, AND CONFIDENTIAL CARE

Abortion is a safe, legal, and medically supervised procedure that allows women to end an unwanted pregnancy in a private and professional setting. For patients traveling from Greece to Turkey, certified gynecologists provide care in modern, sterile, and internationally accredited clinics that follow Turkish Ministry of Health regulations and World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines.
According to UpToDate (2024) and PubMed data, abortion performed by trained specialists has a complication rate below 0.5%, making it one of the safest medical procedures worldwide.

ABORTION IN TURKEY FOR PATIENTS COMING FROM GREECE

For information and appointments: +90 541 998 34 34
ISTANBUL / TURKEY

Why women from Greece choose Turkey

Many women from Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, Heraklion, and Rhodes travel to Turkey for safe, discreet, and affordable abortion care.
While abortion is legal in Greece, some women prefer Turkey due to faster access, greater privacy, and multilingual medical services.
Clinics in Turkey offer same-day consultations, international patient coordination, and strict confidentiality, ensuring comfort and respect throughout the process.

Advantages for Greek patients:

  • No waiting periods or complex paperwork

  • Affordable compared to private Greek clinics

  • English- and Greek-speaking coordination

  • Female gynecologists available upon request

  • Safe and modern medical technology

  • Full privacy and confidentiality

Travel information for Greek patients

Flights from Athens, Thessaloniki, or Heraklion to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) take only 1 to 1.5 hours.
Clinics are located 30–45 minutes from both airports, and many offer airport transfers, hotel recommendations, and translation support for international patients.

Before traveling:

  • Confirm pregnancy with an ultrasound or blood test in Greece.

  • Contact the clinic via WhatsApp (+90 541 998 34 34) for consultation and scheduling.

  • Plan a 2-day visit — consultation and procedure on Day 1, rest and return on Day 2.

  • Bring your passport and, if married, written spousal consent as required under Turkish law.

Abortion options in Turkey for Greek patients

Clinics in Turkey provide two main options depending on the pregnancy stage and patient preference.

1. Medical Abortion (Abortion Pill)

Medical abortion is suitable for pregnancies up to 10–11 weeks.
It involves two medications — mifepristone and misoprostol — prescribed and monitored by a doctor.

  • Mifepristone blocks progesterone, stopping the pregnancy’s growth.

  • Misoprostol causes the uterus to contract and expel the tissue naturally.

The process usually completes within 24–48 hours and resembles a heavy menstrual period.
PubMed (2023) confirms a 98% success rate when managed by healthcare professionals.

Advantages:

  • Non-surgical and private

  • Low risk of complications

  • Quick recovery

  • Can be managed discreetly

Possible side effects: mild cramping, nausea, or temporary fatigue.

2. Surgical Abortion (Vacuum Aspiration)

Surgical abortion, also called vacuum aspiration, is a quick and safe procedure performed up to 14–16 weeks of pregnancy.

Procedure steps:

  1. Local anesthesia or mild sedation is administered.

  2. The cervix is gently dilated.

  3. A sterile suction device removes the pregnancy tissue.

The entire procedure lasts 5–10 minutes, and patients usually return to their hotel within a few hours.
Recovery is fast, with only mild cramping and minimal bleeding.

Safety:
According to UpToDate (2024), vacuum aspiration is one of the safest outpatient procedures and does not affect fertility or future pregnancies.

Abortion law in Turkey

Abortion (kürtaj) is legal up to 10 weeks of pregnancy.

  • Single women: can decide independently.

  • Married women: require written spousal consent.

  • After 10 weeks: abortion is allowed only for medical reasons, such as serious maternal health risks or fetal abnormalities.

Clinics in Turkey operate under strict government regulations and maintain ethical, confidential, and patient-centered care.

Privacy and confidentiality for Greek patients

Patient confidentiality is an absolute priority.
All medical data is secure and private.
Greek- and English-speaking staff assist patients throughout their journey.
Female doctors can be requested for those who prefer them.
Clinics ensure discreet appointments and private recovery rooms.

After-abortion care and recovery

Physical recovery:
Light bleeding may continue for up to 7–10 days. Mild cramps can be relieved with standard pain medication. Avoid sexual intercourse, swimming, and tampon use for one week.

Emotional recovery:
Most women experience relief after the procedure, while some may feel brief emotional fatigue. Clinics provide post-abortion counseling and support in Greek or English if desired.

Possible complications (extremely rare)

Complication Frequency Treatment
Heavy bleeding <0.5% Medication or repeat aspiration
Infection <0.1% Antibiotics
Incomplete abortion <0.4% Follow-up procedure
Uterine injury <0.05% Surgical repair (very rare)

Serious complications occur in fewer than 1 in 1,000 cases when performed under proper medical conditions.

Fertility after abortion

Safe, legal abortion has no impact on future fertility.
Women can try to conceive again after their next menstrual cycle once medically cleared.
Large-scale studies confirm no link between abortion and infertility, miscarriage, or ectopic pregnancy.

Contraception after abortion

Clinics offer contraceptive counseling and options such as:

  • Oral contraceptive pills

  • Hormonal patches or injections

  • Long-acting IUDs and implants

  • Barrier methods (condoms, diaphragms)

Abortion costs for Greek patients

Average international pricing:

  • Medical abortion (pill): €300–€600

  • Surgical abortion (vacuum aspiration): €500–€1,000

Clinics offer transparent, affordable pricing, confidential payment options, and same-day appointments.

Why Greek patients prefer clinics in Turkey

  • Short, direct flights from Athens and Thessaloniki

  • Affordable and transparent pricing

  • Multilingual coordination (Greek and English)

  • Experienced, internationally trained doctors

  • No waiting time or bureaucracy

  • Comfortable and private environment

Women from Athens, Thessaloniki, and Crete often choose Turkey for safe, confidential, and high-quality abortion care that combines medical excellence with compassion.

Conclusion

Abortion in Turkey for patients coming from Greece is safe, legal, and confidential.
Whether through medical abortion or vacuum aspiration, women receive professional, evidence-based, and respectful care in modern, accredited clinics.
Clinics in Istanbul, Antalya, and Izmir ensure the highest standards of safety, privacy, and comfort for women seeking reproductive care abroad.

For information and appointments: +90 541 998 34 34
ISTANBUL / TURKEY

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