Ischemic stroke due to induction of ovulation with clomiphene citrate and menotropins without evidence of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.
Cerebral infarction due to menotropin therapy without evidence of ovarian hyperstimulation is presented. The patient was successfully treated with aspirin and anticonvulsive agents and was discharged without residual neurologic symptoms.
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Isreal.
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D000328:Adult; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D002996:Clomiphene / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008596:Menotropins / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D016471:Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D010062:Ovulation Induction / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed
D002996:Clomiphene; D008596:Menotropins