Without treatment, an ectopic pregnancy can rupture and cause severe complications or death in the mother.
This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and risk factors of ectopic pregnancies.
A ruptured ectopic pregnancy is a medical emergency.
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A ruptured ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening medical emergency.
If you have signs of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy, call 911 or go to an emergency room.
In What Week Could Ectopic Pregnancy Occur?
In some cases, treatments such as the following that do not require surgery might be an option.
It is the most common drug given to treat ectopic pregnancies.
Methotrexate is only an option if the fallopian tube hasnt burst and hCG levels can continue to be monitored.
Surgery is usually donelaparoscopically, which entails making small incisions in the abdomen while the patient is undergeneral anesthesia.
The surgery might remove the ectopic pregnancy from the fallopian tube or the entire tube with the pregnancy.
If you are having trouble coping, talk to your healthcare provider and seek resources for support.
This happens due to a blockage in the fallopian tube due to scarring or other conditions.
Because embryos cant grow outside of the uterus, ectopic pregnancies always result in pregnancy loss.
Ectopic pregnancies can have serious complications, especially if a rupture occurs.
They always require treatment.
Treatments include nonsurgical and surgical options.
Anyone experiencing symptoms of ectopic pregnancy should seek medical help immediately.
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