Severe primary hypothyroidism and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome in a spontaneous pregnancy: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a rare ovulation induction therapy side effect. Nevertheless, it can occur in spontaneous ovulation cycles linked to multiple gestation, molar pregnancy, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and hypothyroidism. The pathogenesis of OHSS remains poorly understood. However, in recent studies, it has been observed that increased concentrations of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) can potentially have stimulatory effects on the ovaries due to the homologous structure shared between TSH and gonadotropins. It is recommended to delay pregnancies until euthyroidism is achieved with replacement therapy to reduce potentially fatal problems.

Case description

We describe the case of a 22-year-old female patient who sought medical attention d

SUBMITTER: Guerra M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10789883 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature