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A Radiologist’s Case-Based Guide to Recognizing a Potentially Dangerous IVF Complication Introduction: When “Normal” Post-IVF Bloating Is No Longer Normal A 31-year-old woman undergoes in vitro fertilization (IVF), hoping that years of infertility treatment will finally lead to pregnancy. Several days after ovarian stimulation, however, something changes. Her abdomen begins to feel unusually tight. The bloating becomes progressively worse. Then abdominal pain develops. At first, it may be tempting to interpret these symptoms as a temporary consequence of fertility treatment. After all, ovarian stimulation intentionally causes the ovaries to enlarge and multiple follicles to develop. But there is a critical distinction between expected ovarian response and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) . The attached case describes a 31-year-old woman following IVF who developed rapid abdominal distension and pain, with ultrasound demonstrating markedly enlarged bilateral ovaries containing ...

  Meta Description Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome explained with MRI & CT scan diagnosis, radiology interpretation, emergency imaging findings, and treatment strategies. Introduction: When Fertility Treatment Becomes a Radiologic Emergency A 31-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with abdominal pain. She recently underwent ovarian stimulation therapy. Her symptoms seem mild—until imaging reveals dramatically enlarged ovaries filled with cysts. This is not just a routine case. This is Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) —a potentially life-threatening condition that demands rapid medical imaging , precise radiology interpretation , and immediate clinical action. In this article, we will explore OHSS through the lens of MRI, CT scan diagnosis , and emergency radiology , combining high-level medical insight with clear explanations designed for readers. What is Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)? OHSS is a complication of assisted reproductive technolo...