Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHS): a case of severe OHS

Acta Eur Fertil. 1989 Jan-Feb;20(1):15-7.

Abstract

A 26 year old patient, who underwent an ovulation stimulation therapy (Clomiphene /UH-FSH), monitored only by ultrasound presented a severe Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHS). beta-HCG values confirmed conception, that outcame in an abortion. During an ovulation stimulation therapy, patient's management with the ultrasound examination, is often inadequate and it's moreover necessary to determine the 17 beta E2 levels.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abortion, Spontaneous / chemically induced*
  • Adult
  • Chorionic Gonadotropin / blood
  • Chorionic Gonadotropin, beta Subunit, Human
  • Clomiphene / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Ovarian Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Ovary / drug effects*
  • Ovulation Induction*
  • Peptide Fragments / blood
  • Pregnancy
  • Syndrome
  • Ultrasonography

Substances

  • Chorionic Gonadotropin
  • Chorionic Gonadotropin, beta Subunit, Human
  • Peptide Fragments
  • Clomiphene