Abstract
Three cases of upper limb deep venous thrombosis occurring in association with assisted conception treatment are presented. The accepted argument that lower limb thrombosis occurring in cases of complicated or severe hyperstimulation syndrome represents the likeliest thrombo-embolic disorder in this situation is questioned.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Arm / blood supply
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Axillary Vein
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Brachiocephalic Veins
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Chorionic Gonadotropin / administration & dosage
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Chorionic Gonadotropin / adverse effects
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Embryo Transfer
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Female
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Fertilization in Vitro
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Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer
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Humans
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Jugular Veins
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Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome / complications
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Ovulation Induction / adverse effects
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Reproductive Techniques / adverse effects*
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Subclavian Vein
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Thrombosis / etiology*