Abstract
It is well known that sex hormones can regulate the course of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). We describe a young woman who had a fatal exacerbation of SLE after controlled ovarian hyperstimulation for induction of ovulation. We recommend careful attention to the immunological status of the infertile women before starting any ovulation inducing treatment for assisted reproduction.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Contraindications
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Fatal Outcome
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Female
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Fertility Agents, Female / adverse effects*
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Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone / adverse effects*
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Humans
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Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / chemically induced*
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Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / pathology
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Menotropins / adverse effects*
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Ovary / drug effects
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Ovulation Induction*
Substances
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Fertility Agents, Female
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Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone
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Menotropins