scholarly journals A rare case of lower segment scar pregnancy

Author(s):  
Jaydeep Bhatu ◽  
Nikhil A. Anand ◽  
Ankita B. Chaudhari

Caesarean scar ectopic is one of the rarest of all ectopic pregnancies. The incidence of caesarean scar ectopic has increased due to increase in number of caesarean deliveries. A 31-year-old woman (G4P3003) presented from an outside facility to Sola Civil Hospital with vaginal bleeding and discharge with no abdominal pain or any discomfort. The gestational sac was located in an anterior position toward the anterior lower uterine segment at the level of prior caesarean scar with little visible myometrium noted anterior to the gestational sac in the lower uterine segment and Tissue was sent for histopathological examination and diagnosis of caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy was confirmed. Reports found that It is life threatening condition, causes excessive hemorrhage and risk of uterine rupture. The diagnosis of this type of ectopic pregnancy is very difficult and false negative diagnosis can lead to major complications.

Author(s):  
Vipul R. Khandagale

Heterotopic pregnancy is a rare clinical condition in which intrauterine and extrauterine pregnancies occur at the same time. It can be a life threatening condition and easily missed with the diagnosis. We present the case of a 37 year old patient who was treated for a heterotopic pregnancy with live intrauterine gestation and ruptured left adnexal gestation.The ectopic pregnancy was not suspected at her initial presentation. A high index of suspicion is needed in women with risk factors for an ectopic pregnancy and in low risk women who have free fluid with or without an adnexal mass with an intrauterine gestation.It is difficult to estimate exactly the incidence of ectopic pregnancies, but on an average it is approximately 1:300 normal pregnancies worldwide.


2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 192-194
Author(s):  
Vishal Sharma ◽  
Ravi Dutt Wadhwa

Ectopic pregnancy is a life threatening condition and mostly ectopic pregnancies occurs in fallopian tube. The most common site of ectopic tubal pregnancy is ampulla. Ectopic pregnancy is a complication of pregnancy and usually easy to diagnose by ultrasonography during the first trimester of pregnancy. Due to limited healthcare resources in developing countries, women do not undergo for ultrasound examination during pregnancy which leads to late diagnosis. In most of cases women with ectopic pregnancy are asymptomatic, unless ruptured. The mean gestational age for clinical presentation of ectopic pregnancy is 7.2 weeks after the last normal menstrual period. In rural population, late presentations of ectopic pregnancies are more commonly seen because of lack of modern diagnostic ability. Present case report is a rare case of non-viable, unruptured, tubal ampullary chronic ectopic pregnancy of 12 weeks gestational age. Keywords: Ectopic pregnancy, Unruptured, gestational age, ultrasonography.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 358-361
Author(s):  
Sunil V. Jagtap ◽  
Nitin Kshirsagar ◽  
Ramnik Singh

Caesarean Scar Ectopic Pregnancy (CSEP) is one of the rarest forms of ectopic pregnancy. We present a 30 year female presented with 8 weeks of amenorrhea. Her obstetric history was G3P2D2. Her B HCG levels were >10,000 IU/L. She had history of previous 2 lower uterine segment Caesarean section. She was referred to our hospital in stage of severe hypovolemic shock related to vaginal bleeding. USG findings were suggestive of death of fetus of about 6 weeks 5 days. Gestational -sac at lower uterine segment Caesarean section scar level. Radiological diagnosis was? Scar pregnancy. On histopathology diagnosed as Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy with area of rupture in anterolateral wall of lower uterine segment and upper cervix. The endometrium was unremarkable. We are presenting this case for its rarity, clinical radiological and histopathological findings. Key words: Scar ectopic pregnancy, Uterine rupture, Gestation, Caesarean section.


2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-35
Author(s):  
Jahanara Begum ◽  
Shamsun Nahar Begum ◽  
Rowshan Ara ◽  
Shamim Fatema Nargis

Cervical ectopic pregnancy is the implantation of a pregnancy in the endocervix1. Such pregnancy typically aborts within the first trimester, if it is implanted closer to the uterine cavity called cervico isthmic pregnancy it may continue longer2. Cervical pregnancy accounts for less than 1% of all ectopic pregnancies, with an estimated incidence of one in 2500 to one in 180003-5. Though the pregnancy in this area is uncommon but possibly life threatening condition due to risk of severe hemorrhage and may need hysterectomy. Early detection and conservative approach of treatment limit the morbidity and preserve fertility. A 26 years lady diagnosed as a case of cervical ectopic pregnancy and managed conservatively successfully with adjunctive techniques like cervical artery ligation and cervical temponade to control haemorrhage. The case is reported here for its relative rarity.Bangladesh J Obstet Gynaecol, 2012; Vol. 27(1) : 31-35


2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-26
Author(s):  
Sadık Kükrer ◽  
Ayfer Pepekal Kukrer ◽  
Eren Haytoğlu ◽  
Erdal Yılmaz

Despite advancements in management and diagnosis, ruptured ectopic pregnancy is still a major reason for pregnancy-related mortality and morbidity. 2% of all pregnancies are ectopic pregnancy and interstitial ectopic pregnancy rate is 2-4% among all ectopic pregnancies. We should consider about it as an essential characteristic in each female of reproductive age that presents with the triad of amenorrhoea, unusual vaginal bleeding and abdominal irritation. It ruptures at a more sophisticated stage of gestation when compared with tubal ectopic pregnancy. Bleeding in interstitial ectopic pregnancy rupture is above that other ectopic pregnancies, also its life-threatening. Interstitial ectopic pregnancy rupture is two to five times greater compared to maternal mortality rate than tubal ectopic pregnancy rupture. Developing gestational sac causes uterine disruption and following hemorrhagic shock, resulting in morbidity and mortality. Clinics that aim to reduce maternal mortality should be much more concerned about convenient disclosure of this abnormal pregnancy condition.


2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. e241183
Author(s):  
Roxana Mo ◽  
Sujatha Kalburgi ◽  
Yatin Thakur ◽  
Jitendra Jadhav

Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancies are the rarest type of ectopic pregnancy. The optimum management regime is not yet established. We report the case of a 39-year-old woman who presented at 11 weeks gestation with painless vaginal bleeding, having had 2 previous caesarean sections. Ultrasound revealed a gestational sac within the caesarean scar niche. On follow-up, her serial ß human chorionic gonadotropin (ßHCG) measurements fell significantly. The woman initially opted for conservative management but subsequently required surgical management. Hysteroscopy demonstrated a sac within the caesarean scar which was successfully evacuated by ultrasound-guided suction curettage, with no complications. Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancies are becoming increasingly common. Diagnosis is primarily through ultrasound using specified criteria. Management may be conservative, medical or surgical excision depending on the clinical circumstances. Hysteroscopy and suction curettage is an effective therapeutic option for caesarean scar ectopic management.


Ultrasound ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1742271X2093391
Author(s):  
Satyam ◽  
M Sarthak Swarup ◽  
Anju Garg

Introduction Implantation of a gestational sac in a previous Caesarean section scar of the lower uterine segment is a rare form of ectopic pregnancy. Case report We report a case of Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy in a 25-year-old female, diagnosed by ultrasonography and confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging. We present the clinical details, imaging findings, and management of the patient. Discussion Imaging plays an important role in the diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy and ultrasonography is the modality of choice. Ultrasonography features of scar ectopic pregnancy include empty uterus and cervix with normal endometrium and endocervical canal, gestational sac (with embryo and/or yolk sac) in the anterior part of the lower uterine segment in the region of the Caesarean scar with a thin myometrial layer between the bladder wall and gestational sac. Magnetic resonance imaging may be used as an adjunct imaging modality in cases with inconclusive or equivocal sonographic findings. Termination of pregnancy in the first trimester should be considered and treatment options should be individualized as there is no universal agreement on the best or most preferred treatment modality. Conclusion Awareness of specific ultrasound features of scar ectopic pregnancy is crucial for early recognition, correct diagnosis, and initiating prompt management to prevent complications.


2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-66
Author(s):  
Shahana Begum ◽  
Afroza Ferdous ◽  
Munawar Sultana ◽  
Rowshan Ara Begum

Cervical ectopic pregnancy is the implantation of the conceptus within the cervix below the level of internal os1. Such pregnancy typically aborts within the first trimester, if it is implanted closer to the uterine cavity called cervico isthmic pregnancy it may continue longer2. Cervical pregnancy accounts for less than 1% of all ectopic pregnancies, with an estimated incidence of 1 in 2500 to 1 in 18000. Though the pregnancy in this area is uncommon but possibly life threatening condition due to risk of severe hemorrhage and may need hysterectomy2,3. Early detection and conservative approach of treatment limit the morbidity and preserve fertility. A 37 year old lady para 4+0 diagnosed as a case of cervical ectopic pregnancy with intractable bleeding and save the patient by emergency hysterectomy to control hemorrhage. The case is reported here for its relative rarity.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/cmoshmcj.v13i2.21072


Author(s):  
Neena Malhotra ◽  
Nilofar Noor ◽  
Piyush Bansal ◽  
K. Aparna Sharma

Background: Cesarean section scar ectopic pregnancy (CSEP) is a rare and potentially life-threatening condition. A standardized management protocol is yet to be established owing to limited data available. Case Presentation: In this paper, five cases of CSEP over a period of 18 months at a tertiary referral hospital, managed medically with methotrexate administered both systemically and into the gestational sac at the time of feticide with potassium chloride (KCL) are presented. Surgical management was the second line therapy when medical treatment failed. Conclusion: With rising trends in cesarean deliveries, CSEP may be a challenge which requires close investigation regarding its diagnosis and treatment on the merits of case studies and available healthcare facilities.


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