Photo from wikipedia
We describe the acute deterioration of a 29-year-old undergoing in vitro fertilisation. Late-onset critical ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome triggered a massive pulmonary embolism and subsequent cardiac arrest. While the prognosis was… Click to show full abstract
We describe the acute deterioration of a 29-year-old undergoing in vitro fertilisation. Late-onset critical ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome triggered a massive pulmonary embolism and subsequent cardiac arrest. While the prognosis was deemed to be poor, the patient made a full recovery. The potential reasons for this are explored.
Keywords:
ovarian hyperstimulation;
cardiac arrest;
hyperstimulation syndrome
Journal Title: BMJ Case Reports
Year Published: 2021
Link to full text (if available)
Share on Social Media: Sign Up to like & get
recommendations!
Journal Title: BMJ Case Reports
Year Published: 2021
Link to full text (if available)
Share on Social Media: Sign Up to like & get
recommendations!