Undetectable Serum Level of Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) in a Woman with an Unpredictable Hyper-Response During Controlled Ovarian Stimulation for an IVF-ICSI Program: Case Report
This case highlights the challenges of relying solely on AMH as a predictive marker of ovarian response. Although AMH is widely used for assessing ovarian reserve and stimulation outcomes, its limitations become evident in atypical cases. The paradoxical hyperresponse observed here may result from alternative regulatory mechanisms influenced by elevated LH levels, enhanced gonadotropin receptor sensitivity, or local ovarian factors. This report underscores the need for a personalized, multidimensional approach combining hormonal profiles, ultrasound assessments, and clinical history to optimize stimulation protocols and mitigate risks such as ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). Such tailored protocols are essential for managing patients with complex profiles, particularly those with undetectable AMH levels. Further research is needed to explore the mechanisms behind these atypical ovarian responses, including the roles of genetic polymorphisms, inflammatory markers, and environmental factors. This case demonstrates the importance of cautious interpretation of AMH results and emphasizes the value of comprehensive evaluations in assisted reproductive technologies.
Authors
- Ismail Kaarouch (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4916-1644)
- Modou Mamoune Mbaye (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0742-8080)
- Latifa Ahbbas
- Omar Sefrioui (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7721-8911)
- Smahane Aboulmaouahib
- Noureddine Louanjli (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6897-8767)
- Omar Touzani
- Bouchra Ghazi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1699-9085)
Institutions
- Mohammed V University (MA)
- CARE Fertility (US)
- Fertility Medical Group (BR)
- Université Mohammed VI des Sciences et de la Santé (MA)
- Center for Human Reproduction (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Diseases
- Published
- 2025-11-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/diseases13110379
- Primary Topic
- Ovarian function and disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00