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Case Reports
. 2019 Mar-Apr;45(2):396-399.
doi: 10.1590/S1677-5538.IBJU.2018.0692.

Iatrogenic Ureteral Obstruction During Transvaginal Oocyte Retrieval

Ali Sami Gurbuz  1   2 , Ali Cenker  3
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Case Reports

Iatrogenic Ureteral Obstruction During Transvaginal Oocyte Retrieval

Ali Sami Gurbuz et al. Int Braz J Urol. 2019 Mar-Apr.

Abstract

Transvaginal oocyte retrieval is a crucial step in assisted reproductive technology. Various complications may arise during this procedure. Ureteral injury is a rare, but a serious complication in gynecological practice. During oocyte retrieval, ureteral injuries, detachment and obstruction can be seen, though rare. In this study, we will present ureteral obstruction that develops secondary to small hematoma, which mimics ovarian cyst torsion or ruptured ovarian cyst.

Keywords: Hematoma; Oocyte Retrieval; Ureter.

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Conflict of interest statement

None declared.

Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1. Hematoma on the inferior surface of the bladder.
Figure 2
Figure 2. Double J stent, was inserted to right ureter to achieve ureteric passage.
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