Duygu Kankaya
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Duygu Kankaya is a leading researcher in reproductive medicine and oncology, whose work focuses on fertility preservation for patients with hematologic malignancies. Her major contributions center on the safety and efficacy of ovarian cryopreservation and transplantation in acute leukemia patients—a population historically excluded from such procedures due to concerns about malignant cell reimplantation. In her landmark 2023 case series, cited 29 times, Kankaya demonstrated that careful patient selection and rigorous screening protocols can make ovarian tissue transplantation a viable option for leukemia survivors, offering them the chance to restore fertility without increasing relapse risk. This work has reshaped clinical guidelines and expanded reproductive options for young cancer patients. Beyond this, Kankaya has advanced understanding of ovarian tissue cryopreservation techniques and long-term graft function. Her research, recognized for its translational impact, bridges oncology and reproductive endocrinology, providing hope to thousands of patients worldwide. Kankaya’s findings have been presented at major international conferences, and she continues to advocate for integrating fertility preservation into standard cancer care.
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