Symptomatic hemorrhagic pleural effusion: A rare presentation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: A Case Report

Authors

  • Ali M Alaraj Qassim University

Abstract

Isolated unilateral pleural effusion is uncommon presentation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. The pathogenesis of this syndrome involves an increased permeability of ovarian capillaries and mesothelial vessels triggered by the release of vasoactive substances by the ovaries under human chorionic gonadotropin stimulation. Physicians should consider this potentially life-threatening diagnosis in all patients who undergo ovarian hyperstimulation. This case highlights a rare clinical manifestation of isolated hemorrhagic pleural effusion associated with ovarian hyperstimulation

Key words: ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, pleural effusion.

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Published

2013-11-19

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Alaraj, A. M. (2013). Symptomatic hemorrhagic pleural effusion: A rare presentation of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: A Case Report. International Journal of Health Sciences, 7(3). Retrieved from https://pub.qu.edu.sa/index.php/journal/article/view/687

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Vol. 7 No. 3: Issue 15

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Case report/case series

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