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ea0007p80 | Endocrine tumours and neoplasia | BES2004

FSH-secreting pituitary gonadotroph adenoma producing ovarian hyperstimulation

Norris A , Hay C , Wilding M , McDowell G , Laing I , Holland J , McNeilly J , McNeilly A , Davis J

A 28-year-old Asian female presented with a 2 year history of abdominal pain and bloating and irregular heavy periods. She had a normal menarche and had 3 uncomplicated pregnancies after conceiving naturally, the last 4 years before presentation. Investigations showed LH 0.7 IU/l (normal range 2-14 IU/l), FSH 8.6 IU/l (2-14 IU/l), oestradiol 2030 pmol/l (80-300 pmol/l), prolactin 346 mU/l, and normal alpha GSU (0.3mcg/l). Ultrasound scanning revealed enlarged multicystic ovari...