Combined jugular and subclavian vein thrombosis following assisted reproductive technology—new observation

Venous thromboembolism in relation to in vitro fertilization: an approach to determining the incidence and increase in risk in successful cycles

“…Another hypothesis proposes that the increased risk might be due to branchial cysts close to the jugular or subclavian veins. In OHSS, these cysts are filled with fluid that impairs blood circulation (10). In vitro fertilization cycles are also related to an increased risk of arterial thromboses.…”

Thrombotic and Hemostatic Aspects of Assisted Conception

“…This lymphatic fl uid then drains into the left subclavian vein resulting in a local area of high estrogen level leading to thrombosis in these neck veins. Salomon et al [ 51 ] hypothesized that the rudimentary brachial cysts in the neck fi ll with fl uid due to OHSS causing mechanical obstruction at the base of the jugular and subclavian veins leading to upper extremity thrombosis.…”

Risk of thrombosis in women with malignancies undergoing ovarian stimulation for fertility preservation

“…Bauersachs et al hypothesized that this particular localization may be consequent to the increased drainage of peritoneal fluid with inflammatory properties and high estrogen levels through the thoracic duct into the subclavian veins (Bauersachs et al, 2007). Salomon et al Ovarian stimulation, cancer and thrombosis to mechanical obstruction from rudimentary brachial cysts which fill with fluid during OHSS (Salomon et al, 2009). The pivotal role of hCG in the development of OHSS has opened new scenarios of utmost clinical relevance.…”