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Z Geburtshilfe Neonatol 2017; 221(05): 241-242
DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-111015
Case Report
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Cesarean Delivery in a Case of Persistent Second Trimester Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome

Haitham Atef Torky
1   Obstetrics & Gynecology, October 6 University Faculty of Medicine, 6th of October City, Egypt
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received 21 March 2017

accepted 02 May 2017

Publication Date:
26 October 2017 (online)

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Abstract

Background Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome develops as an iatrogenic complication related to ovulation induction. It is usually self-limiting with complete resolution expected within 10–14 days.

Case The current case is a report of an unusually prolonged course of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome persisting until 22 weeks of gestation, accidentally discovered and managed by cesarean section due to an obstetric indication.

Conclusion Clinicians should be aware of this possibility when managing cases of IVF pregnancy.

Zusammenfassung

Hintergrund Eierstock-Über-Stimulation Syndrom entwickelt sich als Komplikation der Ovulationsinduktion. Normalerweise wird eine vollständige Auflösung ohne Intervention innerhalb von 10–14 Tagen erwartet.

Patient Das ist ein Bericht über einen ungewöhnlich verlängerten Verlauf des Eierstock-Über-Stimulation Syndroms, der bis zu 22 Wochen der Schwangerschaft dauert, was zufällig entdeckt und mit Kaiserschnitt aufgrund einer geburtshilflichen Indikation behandelt wurde.

Schlussfolgerung Kliniker sollten von dieser Möglichkeit wissen, wenn Ovulationsinduktion-Patientinnen schwanger werden.

 

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