Abdominal paracentesis for the ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome with severe pulmonary compromise.
Abdominal paracentesis is a well-tolerated therapeutic alternative to relieve the severe pulmonary compromise caused by severe ascites and pleural effusion in the ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. An improvement in renal function may be another benefit that deserves further investigation.
Padilla
S L
SL
Department of Gynecology, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Maryland.
Zamaria
S
S
Baramki
T A
TA
Garcia
J E
JE
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005307:Fertilization in Vitro; D005640:Follicle Stimulating Hormone / Q000627:therapeutic use; D015181:Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer; D006801:Humans; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D008596:Menotropins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010049:Ovarian Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D010062:Ovulation Induction; D011677:Punctures; D012099:Reproductive Techniques / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013577:Syndrome
D008596:Menotropins; D005640:Follicle Stimulating Hormone