Prevention of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS): British Fertility Society policy and practice guideline.

IF 2.1 4区医学 Q2 OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

Human Fertility Pub Date : 2025-12-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-19 DOI:10.1080/14647273.2024.2441827

N Tsampras, K Palinska-Rudzka, Y Alebrahim, L Craciunas, R Mathur

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Abstract

This British Fertility Society (BFS) Policy and Practice guideline aims to support clinicians in preventing ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) in patients undergoing gonadotropin ovarian stimulation. A systematic literature search of the medical databases was performed. The Guideline Development Group (GDG) identified the risk factors of OHSS before and during ovarian stimulation. The relation of different pre-treatment measures and different ovarian stimulation protocols with OHSS was evaluated. The optimal monitoring during treatment was assessed. The current evidence on preventive strategies during and after ovarian stimulation and the available adjuvant preventive agents were examined. Based on this, the GDG developed evidence-based, graded recommendations for clinical practice. The evidence was evaluated within context, considering the effectiveness, cost and practical problems of assisted reproductive technology for patients and healthcare providers. Early identification and application of preventive measures identified in this guideline may reduce the incidence of OHSS or reduce its severity. Suggestions for future research on OHSS prevention are provided.

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Human Fertility OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY-REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY

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3.30

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期刊介绍： Human Fertility is a leading international, multidisciplinary journal dedicated to furthering research and promoting good practice in the areas of human fertility and infertility. Topics included span the range from molecular medicine to healthcare delivery, and contributions are welcomed from professionals and academics from the spectrum of disciplines concerned with human fertility. It is published on behalf of the British Fertility Society. The journal also provides a forum for the publication of peer-reviewed articles arising out of the activities of the Association of Biomedical Andrologists, the Association of Clinical Embryologists, the Association of Irish Clinical Embryologists, the British Andrology Society, the British Infertility Counselling Association, the Irish Fertility Society and the Royal College of Nursing Fertility Nurses Group. All submissions are welcome. Articles considered include original papers, reviews, policy statements, commentaries, debates, correspondence, and reports of sessions at meetings. The journal also publishes refereed abstracts from the meetings of the constituent organizations.