March 2012

Can FSH co-trigger prevent OHSS?

FSH co-trigger after ovarian stimulation has been shown to improve oocyte competence and a recent report suggested that the FSH co-trigger can completely prevent OHSS.

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Editorial Office, American Society for Reproductive Medicine
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Mitchell P. Rosen, M.D. and David R. Meldrum, M.D.

Volume 97, Issue 3, Pages 534-535

Abstract

FSH co-trigger after ovarian stimulation has been shown to improve oocyte competence and a recent report suggested that the FSH co-trigger can completely prevent OHSS. We report two cases of late OHSS after the FSH co-trigger was administered, underscoring the need for further research on the mechanisms, effects, benefits, and potential risks of FSH co-trigger.

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Editorial Office, American Society for Reproductive Medicine

Fertility and Sterility® is an international journal for obstetricians, gynecologists, reproductive endocrinologists, urologists, basic scientists and others who treat and investigate problems of infertility and human reproductive disorders. The journal publishes juried original scientific articles in clinical and laboratory research relevant to reproductive endocrinology, urology, andrology, physiology, immunology, genetics, contraception, and menopause. Fertility and Sterility® encourages and supports meaningful basic and clinical research, and facilitates and promotes excellence in professional education, in the field of reproductive medicine.

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