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Increased risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome following controlled ovarian hyperstimulation in patients with vascular endothelial growth factor +405 cc genotype.
Gynecological endocrinology : the official journal of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology - 1 Nov 2012
Hanevik Hans Ivar, Hilmarsen Hilde Tveitan, Skjelbred Camilla Furu, Tanbo Tom, Kahn Jarl A
Abstract excerpt
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a serious complication following controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH) for in vitro fertilization. OHSS has a range of clinical features from mild abdominal distention to severe thromboembolic events. Several clinical manifestations of OHSS such as ascites and hemoconcentration can be attributed to increased vascular permeability. Vascular endothelial growth factor...
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