Mahtab Karimi Author

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Ovarian torsion after ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: a case report

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Mahtab Karimi

Introduction: Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is rather frequent (1-5%) in women submitted to superovulation with gonadotropins for in vitro fertilization (IVF). Multiple pregnancy, gestational trophoblastic disease, primary hypothyroidism, thyroid-stimulating hormone/gonadotropin-secreting adenomas, and mutations of the FSHR gene may trigger spontaneous OHSS.

 

Purpose: Aim of the study is to investigate the incidence, progress, management and outcome of adnexal torsion after controlled ovarian hyperstimulation in embryo transfer cycles.

 

Presentation of Case: A woman 25 years old (gravida 0 para 0) with first infertility of 2-year duration with bilateral polycystic ovaries and timed intercourse came for further treatment to o... view more»

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