Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: Aetiology, prevention and management

Factors associated with ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) and its effect on assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatment and outcome

“…These findings confirm what has been previously reported, that OHSS is more likely among younger women, and those with ovulation disorders (7)(8)(9). In addition, we found that Black women were at increased risk for developing OHSS, including a threefold risk of the severe form.…”

Compressive pleural effusion after ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome—a case report and review

“…These defects are more common on the right diaphragm, which explains the almost exclusive predominance of rightsided effusions described by us as well as other investigators (1,17,18,(19)(20)(21)(22)(23)(24).…”

“…Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) represents a serious and potentially life-threatening complication of IVF (1,2), and it occurs with a frequency of 0.6% to 38% (1-3).…”

“…Pleural fluid drainage and thoracocentesis, with IV albumin administration accompanied by paracentesis, should be performed to prevent fluid from leaking back into the pleural cavity (1,3,21,22,24,(27)(28)(29). This minimizes the chance of lung injury and allows the placement of chest tubes for ongoing fluid drainage (18).…”

Recurrent Spontan OHSS in a 10 Week Pregnant: A Case Report

“…OHSS is characterized with enlarged ovaries, multiple cysts, stromal edema, increased capillary permeability, and the escape of fluids to the third spaces. As a result intravascular volume decreases and hypovolemic shock, renal insufficiency and thromboembolia can be seen (4). OHSS can be classified as mild, moderate and severe.…”