A rare case of rupture of ovary causing haemorrhagic shock following uncomplicated oocyte retrieval – A case report

Abstract

Oocyte retrieval is a common procedure for in vitro fertilisation. Usually it is safe, but sometimes serious complications such as major intra-peritoneal bleeding, can occur. For units without rapid access to blood transfusion and theatre facilities, this can be potentially life threatening. We are presenting a case report of a woman who required emergency surgery for management of intra-peritoneal haemorrhage due to an extremely rare complication of ovarian rupture after routine uncomplicated transvaginal oocyte retrieval.

Keywords:

• Rupture ovary
• IVF
• oocyte retrieval
• complications
• case report

Acknowledgements

The authors thank Dr. E. Lowe for her help in reviewing the manuscript. Dr. S. Bandyopadhyay, Specialist Registrar, is involved in intra and postoperative (laparoscopy and laparotomy) care. He was also responsible for the preparation of the manuscript. Dr. V. Kay is the consultant responsible for the care of the patient who performed the oocyte retrieval and was involved in intraoperative and postoperative care. She was also responsible for reviewing and approving the final version of the manuscript.