Placental hormones mimicking the role of hypothalamic and pituitary hormones

Vrachnis Ν, Iliodromiti Ζ, Grigoriadis C, Siristatidis C, Deligeoroglou Ε, Creatsas G

Among the functions of the human placenta, its function as an endocrine organ is crucial, as it results in the production of multiple hormones exerting both endocrine and paracrine roles in the development of the fetus. These hormones, numbering more than thirty, include amines, polypeptides, proteins, glucoproteins, steroid hormones, cytokines and growth factors …

The ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome

Prapas N, Karkanaki A, Prapas I, Kalogiannidis I, Katsikis I, Panidis D

The ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is an iatrogenic potentially life-threatening condition. It is considered the most important complication of multiple ovulation induction in women who undergo assisted reproductive technologies. Diagnosis of the syndrome is based on a complex of characteristic clinical manifestations and laboratory findings. In this review …

Primary ovarian pregnancy: A case report

Grimbizis G, Papadopoulos NP, Mikos T, Tzitzimikas S, Papanikolaou A, Tsalikis T, Bontis J

Ovarian ectopic pregnancies are uncommon with an incidence of 2.5-3.5% of extrauterine pregnancies. ART, IUCD’s and PID are the most important risk factors. A case of a ruptured ovarian ectopic that was treated laparoscopically is presented. Transvaginal ultrasound and serum hCG measurement facilitate early diagnosis of ectopic pregnancies. Minimally invasive endoscopic techniques …