Uro-retroperitoneum after ultrasound-guided transvaginal follicle puncture in an oocyte donor: a case report

Hum Reprod. 2006 Nov;21(11):2969-71. doi: 10.1093/humrep/del252. Epub 2006 Aug 29.

Abstract

Ultrasound-guided transvaginal follicle aspiration is the standard technique for oocyte retrieval prior to IVF. Complications are rare, but some are potentially serious. We report a case of ureteral injury with acute-onset uro-retroperitoneum in a volunteer oocyte donor. The patient recovered rapidly after ureteral stenting. This case underlines the need for all candidate oocyte donors to receive proper information on serious procedure-related complications.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cesarean Section
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Oocyte Donation / methods*
  • Ovarian Follicle / diagnostic imaging*
  • Ovulation Induction
  • Pregnancy
  • Tissue and Organ Harvesting / methods
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Ultrasonography
  • Vagina / diagnostic imaging*