Successful oocyte retrieval and in vitro fertilization following ultrasound-directed aspiration of endometriomas

K Mao, K R Mao, C J Haines, Patrick Tam, P P Tam
Journal of in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer : IVF · 1986 · vol. 3(5) , pp. 333 · doi:10.1007/bf01133396 · PMID:3783016 · W2072291598
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This study reports successful oocyte retrieval and in vitro fertilization in a patient following ultrasound-directed aspiration of endometriomas.

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This report describes successful oocyte retrieval and in vitro fertilization after ultrasound-directed aspiration of endometriomas, using a procedure aimed at accessing ovarian oocytes while applying ultrasound guidance to the aspiration. The authors report outcomes consistent with successful retrieval and subsequent fertilization in the setting of endometrioma-associated ovarian involvement. A key limitation is that, based on the provided text, the paper is presented as a brief case-style communication without broader methodological detail or comparative analysis. This paper is centrally about endometriosis — it specifically reports ultrasound-directed aspiration of endometriomas enabling oocyte retrieval and IVF.

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endometriosis

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Embryo Transfer Endometriosis Fertilization in Vitro Oocytes Adult Endometriosis Female Humans Oocytes Pregnancy Ultrasonic Therapy

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