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Paradoxical consequence of human chorionic gonadotropin misuse.

Mehmet Yasir Pektezel1, Demet Funda Bas1, Mehmet Akif Topcuoglu1

  • 1Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey.

Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases : the Official Journal of National Stroke Association
|December 3, 2014
PubMed
Summary

Recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) misuse for weight loss can lead to serious health risks. This case report details a stroke in a young woman linked to unapproved hCG use, highlighting dangers of unsupervised therapy.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Neurology
  • Cardiology

Background:

  • Recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is an approved medication for specific reproductive indications.
  • Misuse of hCG for weight reduction or performance enhancement is prevalent but carries significant health risks.
  • Thromboembolic events are a known potential complication associated with hCG therapy.

Observation:

  • A 29-year-old female patient with a history of obesity presented with an ischemic stroke.
  • Diagnostic workup identified a large patent foramen ovale.
  • The patient reported recent use of hCG as part of a weight loss regimen.

Findings:

  • The ischemic stroke was potentially linked to recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) use.
  • A patent foramen ovale was identified as a contributing factor for stroke in this patient.
Keywords:
Human chorionic gonadotropinischemic strokeparadoxical embolismpatent foramen ovale

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  • This case underscores the association between unapproved hCG therapy and thromboembolic complications.

    • Implications:

    • Physicians should be aware of the risks associated with non-approved uses of hCG.
    • Patient counseling regarding the dangers of unsupervised hCG therapy is crucial.
    • Further research into the mechanisms linking hCG to thromboembolic events is warranted.