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Diagnosis and management of Ectopic pregnancy

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Diagnosis and management of Ectopic pregnancy

United Arab Emirates flagPresented United Arab Emirates by Dr. Yamini Dhar

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Case Description

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilised ovum implants outside the normal uterine cavity. It is a common cause of morbidity and occasionally of mortality in women of reproductive age. The aetiology of ectopic pregnancy remains uncertain although a number of risk factors have been identified....

Case Summary

  • Ectopic pregnancy, occurring in 1-2% of pregnancies worldwide, involves implantation of the fertilized ovum outside the uterine cavity, most commonly in the fallopian tube. Diagnosis is crucial due to potential morbidity and, rarely, mortality (around 0.2%). Ruptured ectopic pregnancies account for a significant proportion (9-14%) of pregnancy-related deaths.

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Dr. Yamini Dhar

Dr. Yamini Dhar

Specalist in Obstrectics & Gynaecology, AlZahra Hospitals, UAE

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