Ischemic stroke due to induction of ovulation with clomiphene citrate and menotropins without evidence of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome

Fertil Steril. 1994 Nov;62(5):1075-6. doi: 10.1016/s0015-0282(16)57078-2.

Abstract

Cerebral infarction due to menotropin therapy without evidence of ovarian hyperstimulation is presented. The patient was successfully treated with aspirin and anticonvulsive agents and was discharged without residual neurologic symptoms.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders / diagnostic imaging
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders / etiology*
  • Clomiphene / adverse effects*
  • Clomiphene / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Menotropins / adverse effects*
  • Menotropins / therapeutic use
  • Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome / complications*
  • Ovulation Induction / adverse effects*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed

Substances

  • Clomiphene
  • Menotropins