Ectopic Pregnancy
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Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus, most often in the fallopian tubes. A fertilized egg that implants in the fallopian tubes is also called a tubal pregnancy. An embryo cannot survive outside of the uterus. An ectopic pregnancy may cause severe damage to the woman’s reproductive organs and life threatening blo
What is an ectopic pregnancy?
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Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus, most often in the fallopian tubes. A fertilized egg that implants in the fallopian tubes is also called a tubal pregnancy.
What are the causes of ectopic pregnancy?
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Ectopic pregnancy is caused by a fertilized egg implanting outside of the uterus. While any pregnant woman can have an ectopic pregnancy, one of the leading causes of ectopic pregnancy is previous damage to the fallopian tubes.
What are the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy?
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Many women do not experience any symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy until the fallopian tube ruptures. An ectopic pregnancy include symptoms
What test are available to diagnose an ectopic pregnancy?
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Early diagnosis of a tubal pregnancy is important to prevent fallopian tube rupture, which can cause life-threatening loss of blood.
What are the treatments for an ectopic pregnancy?
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A positive diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy should be treated immediately before the fallopian tube ruptures. Treatment options for unruptured ectopic pregnancy include injectable medication and surgery.
