- hyperstimulation
- hy·per·stim·u·la·tion (hi″pər-stim″u-laґshən) excessive stimulation of an organ or part.
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Ovarian hyperstimulation — (also called controlled ovarian hyperstimulation[1]) is where a regimen of fertility medications are used to stimulate the development of multiple follicles of the ovaries in one single cycle, resulting in superovulation (release of a larger than … Wikipedia
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome — Classification and external resources ICD 10 N98.1 ICD 9 xxx … Wikipedia
ovarian hyperstimulation — ovarian enlargement with exudation of fluid and protein; see ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, under syndrome … Medical dictionary
controlled ovarian hyperstimulation — a method of assisted reproductive technology consisting of carefully monitored administration of agents designed to induce ovulation by a greater number of ovarian follicles and thus increase the probability of an oocyte being fertilized. Called… … Medical dictionary
ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome — an iatrogenic condition seen in women undergoing ovulation induction, characterized by mild to severe ovarian enlargement with exudation of fluid and protein, leading to ascites, pleural or pericardial effusion, azotemia, oliguria, and… … Medical dictionary
ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome — a potentially life threatening condition classically associated with ovarian stimulation using gonadotrophins in assisted conception procedures, such as in vitro fertilization (see superovulation). It is characterized by gross enlargement of the… … The new mediacal dictionary
