Background: Complications associated with oocyte retrieval include ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, ovarian
torsion, infection, bleeding, and even acute urinary retention.
Case: A 29 year old female presented to the emergency department for dizziness and syncope following oocyte
retrieval and was admitted for ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Her urinary catheter was obstructed by blood
clots and relieved with bladder irrigated. The catheter was removed after twenty-four hours, and she was able to void
spontaneously. Four days after discharge, she returned for urinary retention. She underwent cystoscopy and 10cc of
blood clots was evacuated. The bladder appeared normal without intravesicular bleeding, and she was discharged
home. Twelve hours later, the patient returned for urinary retention. Another cystoscopy was performed and 150cc
of blood clots was evacuation. Her symptoms resolved.
Conclusion: Hematuria and urinary retention are rare but serious complications of oocyte retrieval. Management
options include a urinary catheter, bladder irrigation, urologic imaging, and cystoscopy