Hi, My wife underwent IVF on 10th December 2009. ER( Egg Retrieval) was successful on that day .18 oocytes were recovered .but after two days pain started in her lower abdomin area and started increasing .The ART Specilist stopped the procedure of ET(Egg transplant) as ultrasound confirmed OHSS(Ovarian Hyper Stimulation Syndrom) .Ovaries size had increased (B/L Ovaries enlarged and cystic ( rt ovary - 8 cm, lt ovary - 7 cm, free fluid ++ve)) . She was hospitalised for 3 days.Specilist suggested Periodic Ultrasound . FET(Frozen Embryo Transplant) was planned after 2 months.After two montys no ET was done, as the thawed embryos were not of good quality as per the specialist (Embryos frozen
Hello there, thanks for writing in. I would like to discuss a few things with you.  HSS of severe degree is considered unacceptable these days with the introduction of antagonist protocol (agonist protocol as used in your case is more susceptible to develop HSS), especially in PCs women who are very prone to develop HSS. So next time when you undergo stimulation the choice should be an antagonist protocol which significantly reduces the chances of HSS.  Using metformin through ovarian stimulation will also bring down HSS risks.  Using GRH agonist as a trigger for final maturation of eggs in place of Chat Doctor will aid. At the same time the eggs can be frozen and transferred at a later date in FET.  Using lower dose and gradually increasing the dose to obtain a response (response is growth of multiple follicles) should be considered. Some physicians administer albumin infusion at the time of egg retrieval to prevent HSS. Hope the above provided information will assist you to discuss the strategies with your doctor regarding your concern. Take care.