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Abdominal Compartment Syndrome Due to OHSSKeywords: Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome(OHSS) , Abdominal Compartment Syndrome(ACS) , Intraabdominal Pressure(IAP) Abstract: Abdominal compartment syndrome is a dangerous clinical situation, usually following abdominal injuries&operations. It is seldom observed in patients with gynecologic and obstetric problems. Abdominalcompartment syndrome may be consequence ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. A 28-year-old womanpresented as a sever ovarian hyperstimulation.The increased IAP indicated that OHSS may beconsidered a compartment syndrome. Abdominal compartment syndrome needs laparotomy orparacentesis for reduction of pressure.
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