Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: A Simulation Case for Emergency Medicine Residents.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a complication of assisted reproductive technology (ART) for infertility. Given the potential for significant morbidity, it is important for emergency medicine (EM) residents to be able to recognize and initiate treatment for this disorder.

Methods

A high-fidelity human patient simulator was used, with availability of bedside ultrasound. PGY 1-4 EM residents participated in this case of a 28-year-old female patient undergoing treatment for infertility who presented to the emergency department with shortness of breath and near syncope. Workup revealed a diagnosis of OHSS. After the simulation, we surveyed residents on their knowledge of OHSS prior to participation in the simulation. We also asked about their confidence

SUBMITTER: Wittels KA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9445087 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature