Early pregnancy loss following laparoscopic management of ovarian abscess secondary to oocyte retrieval
International Journal of Fertility and Sterility, vol.8, no.3, pp.341-346, 2014 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 8 Issue: 3
- Publication Date: 2014
- Journal Name: International Journal of Fertility and Sterility
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.341-346
- Keywords: Abscess, Laparoscopy, Oocyte Retrieval, Pelvic Infection
- Ankara University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
© 2014 Royan Institute (ACECR). All rights reserved.Severe pelvic infections following ultrasound-guided transvaginal oocyte retrieval (TVOR) are rare but challenging. Ovarian abscess formation is one of the consequences and management of such cases as highly debated in pregnant patients. In this case report, an early fetal loss following laparoscopic management of ovarian abscess is described and possible etiologies are discussed.