Hydrothorax as the sole manifestation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: unusual case and literature review

Reprod Biomed Online. 2007 Jun;14(6):715-7. doi: 10.1016/s1472-6483(10)60673-6.

Abstract

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abortion, Spontaneous / etiology
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hydrothorax / etiology*
  • Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome / complications*
  • Ovulation Induction / adverse effects*
  • Pregnancy