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Ma X, Yin J, Yang R, Yang S, Li J, Wang Y, Li R. Clinical Features of Severe Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome with Hydrothorax. J Clin Med 2023; 12:6210. [PMID: 37834853 PMCID: PMC10573803 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12196210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
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PROBLEM Does the presence of hydrothorax suggest that severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is associated with more severe conditions and worse pregnancy outcomes? METHOD OF STUDY The clinical data for 868 hospital patients with severe OHSS following IVF-ET at Peking University Third Hospital between 1 January 2016 and 21 July 2021 were retrospectively analysed. The patients were divided into two groups, the ascites alone group (n = 417) and the ascites combined with hydrothorax group (n = 451), to investigate the clinical features and pregnancy outcomes of patients with severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) combined with hydrothorax plus ascites. RESULTS The clinical data for 868 hospital patients with severe OHSS following IVF-ET were included. A total of 51.96% of patients with severe OHSS had hydrothorax plus ascites, mainly bilateral and moderate hydrothorax. Most cases with hydrothorax could be monitored and observed, and only 2.66% of the cases required thoracentesis and pleural drainage. Clinically, the time to visit due to worsening symptoms was longer; the hospital stay was shorter; and the OHSS-related laboratory tests, such as white blood cells (WBC), haematocrit (HCT), and ovarian diameter, were less severe in the ascites combined with hydrothorax group than in the ascites alone group. For live-birth outcomes of IVF-ET, the presence and the volume of hydrothorax were not independent risk factors, while the late onset of OHSS (odds ratio [OR]: 0.857 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.795, 0.925) and a history of foetal reduction (OR: 13.796 95% CI: 1.808, 105.288) were independent protective factors for live birth. CONCLUSIONS Patients with severe OHSS combined with hydrothorax plus ascites have less severe clinical manifestations and laboratory tests than those with ascites alone. The presence and the volume of hydrothorax are unrelated to live-birth outcomes following in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (IVF-ET).
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- Xiaowei Ma
- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China; (X.M.); (J.Y.); (R.Y.); (S.Y.); (J.L.)
- National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China
- Key Laboratory of Assisted Reproduction, Peking University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100191, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Beijing 100191, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China; (X.M.); (J.Y.); (R.Y.); (S.Y.); (J.L.)
- National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China
- Key Laboratory of Assisted Reproduction, Peking University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100191, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Beijing 100191, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China; (X.M.); (J.Y.); (R.Y.); (S.Y.); (J.L.)
- National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China
- Key Laboratory of Assisted Reproduction, Peking University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100191, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Beijing 100191, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China; (X.M.); (J.Y.); (R.Y.); (S.Y.); (J.L.)
- National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China
- Key Laboratory of Assisted Reproduction, Peking University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100191, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Beijing 100191, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China; (X.M.); (J.Y.); (R.Y.); (S.Y.); (J.L.)
- National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China
- Key Laboratory of Assisted Reproduction, Peking University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100191, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Beijing 100191, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China; (X.M.); (J.Y.); (R.Y.); (S.Y.); (J.L.)
- National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China
- Key Laboratory of Assisted Reproduction, Peking University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100191, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Beijing 100191, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China; (X.M.); (J.Y.); (R.Y.); (S.Y.); (J.L.)
- National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China
- Key Laboratory of Assisted Reproduction, Peking University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100191, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Beijing 100191, China
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Diaz Ayllon H, Hernandez OL, Nagi T, Cespedes CM. Severe Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome in the Setting of In Vitro Fertilization Treatment. Cureus 2023; 15:e39939. [PMID: 37409193 PMCID: PMC10319358 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.39939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2023] [Accepted: 06/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/07/2023] Open
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Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is one of the complications of pharmacological ovarian stimulation used in fertility treatments. This syndrome is characterized by increased vascular permeability secondary to stimulation, resulting in a fluid shift from the intravascular space to the third-space compartments. Patients developing OHSS can experience severe complications, including ascites, pleural effusions, and shock. Here, we present a case of OHSS in the setting of recent transvaginal oocyte retrieval, leading to severe ascites, pleural effusion, and hypotension requiring urgent intervention.
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- Hannia Diaz Ayllon
- Internal Medicine, Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Boca Raton, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Boca Raton, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Boca Raton, USA
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Junqueira JJM, Bammann RH, Terra RM, Castro ACP, Ishy A, Fernandez A. Pleural effusion following ovarian hyperstimulation. J Bras Pneumol 2012; 38:400-3. [PMID: 22782612 DOI: 10.1590/s1806-37132012000300017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2010] [Accepted: 10/18/2010] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is an iatrogenic complication that occurs in the luteal phase of an induced hormonal cycle. In most cases, the symptoms are self-limited and spontaneous regression occurs. However, severe cases are typically accompanied by acute respiratory distress. The objective of the present study was to describe the clinical presentation, treatment, and outcome of pleural effusion associated with OHSS in three patients undergoing in vitro fertilization. The patients ranged in age from 27 to 33 years. The onset of symptomatic pleural effusion (bilateral in all cases) occurred, on average, 43 days (range, 27-60 days) after initiation of hormone therapy for ovulation induction. All three patients required hospitalization for massive fluid resuscitation, and two required noninvasive mechanical ventilation. Although all three patients initially underwent thoracentesis, early recurrence of symptoms and pleural effusion prompted the use of drainage with a pigtail catheter. Despite the high output from the pleural drain (mean, 1,000 mL/day in the first week) and prolonged drainage (for 9-22 days), the outcomes were excellent: all three patients were discharged from hospital. Although pleural effusion secondary to OHSS is probably underdiagnosed, the associated morbidity should not be underestimated, especially because it affects potentially pregnant patients. In this study, early diagnosis and appropriate supportive measures yielded favorable results, limiting the surgical approach to adequate pleural drainage.
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Singh RK, Singhal S, Azim A, Baronia AK. Severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome leading to ICU admission. Saudi J Anaesth 2011; 4:35-7. [PMID: 20668566 PMCID: PMC2900052 DOI: 10.4103/1658-354x.62614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Severe ovarian hyperstimulation is a rare complication of ovulation induction therapy. In this report, we are presenting a case of 33-year female, who required intensive care unit admission due to respiratory failure secondary to massive pleural effusion and ascites. With the positive history of in vitro fertilization, the patient was diagnosed to have severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Besides the medical treatment, abdominal paracentesis for the drainage of massive ascites and tube thoracostomy were performed, resulting in gradual improvement.
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- R K Singh
- Assistant Professor, Department of Critical Care Medicine, SGPGIMS, Lucknow, India
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Gupta S, Sathya B, Padhy N, Kundavi S, Thomas BE, Varma TR. Isolated bilateral pleural effusion as the sole manifestation of late onset ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. J Hum Reprod Sci 2009; 2:83-6. [PMID: 19881155 PMCID: PMC2800934 DOI: 10.4103/0974-1208.57229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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To report a case of late onset ovarian hyperstimulation with bilateral pleural effusion and respiratory distress as the sole manifestation after embryo transfer.
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- Shalu Gupta
- Department of Obstetric and Gynaecology, Reproductive Medicine, Institute of Reproductive Medicine, Madras Medical Mission, J J Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome with pleural effusion: a case report. CASES JOURNAL 2008; 1:323. [PMID: 19017384 PMCID: PMC2596110 DOI: 10.1186/1757-1626-1-323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2008] [Accepted: 11/18/2008] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background To report a case of severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) with right pleural effusion following controlled ovarian hyperstimulation. Case presentation A 24-year-old woman had severe OHSS as a complication of gonadotropin stimulation. The clinical picture showed enlarged ovaries, massive ascites, pleural effusion, abdominal pain, and dyspnea. Beside the medical treatment, abdominal paracentesis for the drainage of the massive ascites and tube thoracostomy were performed, resulting in expansion of the lung. Conclusion Physicians can reduce the risk of OHSS by monitoring gonadotropin therapy and by withholding human chorionic gonadotropin medication. In in vitro fertilization protocols it can be advantageous to postpone the embryo transfer by freezing the embryos. Placement of a chest tube is a safe and efficient method for the treatment of pleural effusion.
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Beji O, Brahmi N, Thabet H, Mokline A, Abidi N, Blel Y, Kouraichi N, Amamou M. Compressive pleural effusion after ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome—a case report and review. Fertil Steril 2008; 89:1826.e1-3. [PMID: 17761176 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2007.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2007] [Revised: 06/05/2007] [Accepted: 06/05/2007] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To report a case of early onset ovarian hyperstimulation with massive pleural effusion and respiratory failure before IVF. DESIGN Case report. SETTING University teaching intensive care unit. PATIENT(S) A 26-year-old healthy woman with an unexplained infertility transferred to the intensive care unit on day 4 after hCG injection for early severe presentation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome with massive compressive pleural effusion before she underwent embryo transfer. INTERVENTION(S) Mechanical ventilation, thoracocentesis. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S) Resolution of symptoms/stopping of embryos transfer. RESULT(S) Drainage of 5,300 mL of sterile exudative pleural fluid for a period of 48 hours, which permitted resolution of symptoms and allowed mechanical weaning. The IVF procedure was stopped. CONCLUSION(S) This case described is unusual in that the patient presented with early massive pleural effusion on day 4 after hCG injection and before embryo transfer. This is much earlier than in any case report elsewhere.
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- Olfa Beji
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, CAMU (Centre d'Assistance Médicale Urgente), Tunis, Tunisia
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Khairy M, El-Toukhy T, Emovon E, Khalaf Y. Hydrothorax as the sole manifestation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: unusual case and literature review. Reprod Biomed Online 2007; 14:715-7. [PMID: 17579985 DOI: 10.1016/s1472-6483(10)60673-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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An unusual case of a unilateral massive hydrothorax after IVF treatment is reported in a 41-year-old patient, which developed as the only manifestation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. The literature on such rare presentation is also reviewed to highlight its diagnostic features and prognosis.
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- Mohamed Khairy
- Assisted Conception Unit, 4th Floor Thomas Guy House, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, St Thomas Street, London SE1 9RT, UK
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de Lima Mota PJ. Iatrogenia a fármacos no contexto do Aparelho Respiratório. REVISTA PORTUGUESA DE PNEUMOLOGIA 2002. [DOI: 10.1016/s0873-2159(15)30803-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Hatzoglou C, Gourgoulianis KI, Hatzoglou A, Castanas E, Molyvdas PA. Rapid effects of 17beta-estradiol and progesterone on sheep visceral and parietal pleurae via a nitric oxide pathway. J Appl Physiol (1985) 2002; 93:752-8. [PMID: 12133888 DOI: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00425.2001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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We investigated the effects of 17beta-estradiol and progesterone on transepithelial electrical resistance (R(TE)) in sheep visceral and parietal pleurae. Specimens of intact pleurae from adult female sheep were used. The samples were transferred to the laboratory within 30 min after death of the animal in a Krebs-Ringer solution at 4 degrees C. The pleura was then mounted as a planar sheet in Ussing-type chambers, and electrical measurements were made. There was an increase in R(TE) in all of the samples examined after addition of 17beta-estradiol and progesterone in visceral and parietal pleurae. This increase was rapid within 1 min, lasted for ~15 min, returned to the basal level within 30-45 min, and was dose dependent. Tamoxifen, an estrogen receptor antagonist, did not significantly eliminate the effect of 17beta-estradiol. Furthermore, no steroid receptors were identified in cytosolic preparations of visceral and parietal pleura with ligand binding assays. The estrogen- and progesterone-induced increase in R(TE) in both visceral and parietal pleurae was affected by addition of an inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase. Indeed, previous administration of N(omega)-nitro-L-arginine methyl ester prevented the increase in R(TE) by 17beta-estradiol and progesterone. These results suggest that 17beta-estradiol and progesterone induce an increase in R(TE) in both visceral and parietal pleura and thus alter the transepithelial permeability. The effect of steroids may be accounted for by rapid release of nitric oxide in pleura.
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- C Hatzoglou
- Department of Physiology, Medical School, University of Thessaly, Greece
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Diego Roza C, Carazo Fernández L, Escudero Bueno C. [Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome as the cause of pleural effusion: a case report]. Arch Bronconeumol 2002; 38:155-6. [PMID: 11900698 DOI: 10.1016/s0300-2896(02)75178-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Seow KM, Hwang JL, Tsai YL, Lin YH, Huang SC, Hsieh ML. Acute Hydrothorax as the Only Manifestation of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome After In Vitro Fertilization: Case Report and Literature Review. J Gynecol Surg 2001. [DOI: 10.1089/104240601750200350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Kok-Min Seow
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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Laguno M, Queralt C, Casademont J. [Right pleural effusion as an isolated manifestation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome]. Med Clin (Barc) 2000; 115:438. [PMID: 11093850 DOI: 10.1016/s0025-7753(00)71583-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Tansutthiwong AA, Srisombut C, Rojanasakul A. Unilateral massive pleural effusion as the only principal manifestation of severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. J Assist Reprod Genet 2000; 17:454-6. [PMID: 11062857 PMCID: PMC3455566 DOI: 10.1023/a:1009421403667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- A A Tansutthiwong
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Semba S, Moriya T, Youssef EM, Sasano H. An autopsy case of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome with massive pulmonary edema and pleural effusion. Pathol Int 2000; 50:549-52. [PMID: 10886738 DOI: 10.1046/j.1440-1827.2000.01082.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is the most serious complication of ovulation induction with exogenous gonadotropins, such as human menopausal gonadotropin and follicle-stimulating hormone. These hormones are considered to increase capillary permeability and cause third space fluid shift. We report an autopsy case of severe OHSS in a 28-year-old Japanese female. The patient developed bilateral chest pain and progressive dyspnea during the course of administration of human gonadotropins. Pleural effusion and hypouresis clinically disappeared 4 days after the onset of the symptoms, but the patient died suddenly of rapid respiratory insufficiency. Autopsy examination revealed massive pulmonary edema, intra-alveolar hemorrhage and pleural effusion without any evidence of pulmonary thromboembolism. Histopathological examination of the ovary demonstrated multiple well-developed follicle formations, consistent with OHSS. It is very important to recognize that massive pulmonary edema can occur in a patient with OHSS. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first autopsy report of a patient with severe OHSS.
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- S Semba
- Department of Pathology and Tohoku University Hospital, Sendai, Japan.
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Roden S, Juvin K, Homasson JP, Israël-Biet D. An uncommon etiology of isolated pleural effusion. The ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Chest 2000; 118:256-8. [PMID: 10893391 DOI: 10.1378/chest.118.1.256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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We report three cases of pleural effusion in the context of ovarian stimulation for in vitro fertilization. The ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome usually causes pleural effusion and ascites. When the latter is lacking, an isolated pleural effusion in a pregnant patient can be mistaken for pulmonary embolism. Early recognition of the condition should allow for an appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic management. Except for some rare but life-threatening complications, such as major hypovolemia or respiratory distress syndrome, the spontaneous outcome is usually favorable. The pathogenesis of this condition may involve an increase of capillary permeability due to the release of vasoactive mediators.
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- S Roden
- Centre Hospitalier spécialisé en Pneumologie, Chevilly Larue, Paris, France
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Nakano Y, Tsuchiya T, Hirose K, Chida K. Occupational asthma caused by pyrazolone derivative used in silver halide photographic paper. Chest 2000; 118:246-8. [PMID: 10893388 DOI: 10.1378/chest.118.1.246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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Occupational asthma has been documented in workers exposed to a wide variety of chemical compounds. Reactive dyes have been described as causing occupational asthma in textile industry workers. We report a case of occupational asthma resulting from exposure to pyrazolone dye used in silver halide photographic paper. There is a need for both further surveys of workers exposed to other reactive dyes and careful preventive measures in the handling of such compounds.
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- Y Nakano
- Department of Internal Medicine, Kakegawa Municipal Hospital, Kakegawa.
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Gregory WT, Patton PE. Isolated pleural effusion in severe ovarian hyperstimulation: A case report. Am J Obstet Gynecol 1999; 180:1468-71. [PMID: 10368491 DOI: 10.1016/s0002-9378(99)70039-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Assisted reproductive technology programs use controlled ovarian hyperstimulation to maximize pregnancy rates. Severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is a well-known risk. Pleural effusion often accompanies severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. We describe 2 cases of isolated hydrothorax without concomitant ascites and review the literature of this rare finding.
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- W T Gregory
- Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, USA
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