Vascular endothelial growth factor antagonist reduces the early onset and the severity of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.

Background: Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is the most serious complication of controlled ovarian stimulation (COH) during assisted reproductive technology (ART) protocols. This syndrome is a result of ovarian expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which increases vascular permeability.

Objectives: To evaluate the efficiency of prophylactic and therapeutic use of cabergoline in women with higher risk of developing OHSS.

[Embryo vitrification: First Tunisian live birth following embryo vitrification and literature review].

Embryo cryopreservation is an essential tool in assisted reproduction. The option to freeze gametes and embryos provides unique possibilities for patients with various indications. After a review on some of the technical details of embryo freezing the idea of vitrification compared to slow freezing is discussed.

Pregnancy in kidney transplanted women: what are the optimal conditions for a better pregnancy outcome?

Background: Motherhood has long been not recommended for kidney transplanted women for fear of adverse effects on the graft and the risks to the fetus.

Aims: This article aimed to provide evidence based answer to the following questions regarding pregnancy in kidney transplanted women: 1. what are the nephrologic and obstetrical parameters that can influence the pregnancy outcome? 2.