scholarly journals Conservative approach in the management of ectopic pregnancy

2021 ◽  
Vol 74 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 54-59
Author(s):  
Jelena Nisevic ◽  
Jelena Vukovic ◽  
Stevan Milatovic ◽  
Srdjan Djurdjevic
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Fallopian Tube ◽  
Uterine Cavity ◽  
Cardiac Activity ◽  
Expectant Management ◽  
Methotrexate Therapy ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Prior History ◽  
Detailed Medical History

Introduction. Ectopic pregnancy is defined as the implantation of a fertilized ovum outside the uterine cavity and it is one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality. Localization and risk factors. The most common localization of ectopic pregnancy is within the fallopian tube, while other localizations include abdominal organs, ovaries, scars after previous cesarean sections, and cervix. Risk factors for ectopic pregnancy include previous fallopian tube injuries, infertility including multiple embryo transfers, use of contraceptives, smoking, older age, prior history of ectopic pregnancy, intentional abortions. Diagnostic procedures. Measurement of serum beta-human chorionic gonadotropin levels along with certain ultrasonography signs, i.e. extrauterine gestational sac, with a present yolk sac and/or embryo, with or without a cardiac activity, have the highest degree of reliability in making the diagnosis, whereas uncertain signs, such as ?blob? and ?bagel? signs, also have a high positive predictive value. Therapeutic modalities. Ectopic pregnancy can be treated by surgical, medical or expectant management. Expectant and medical management are reserved for hemodynamically stable patients who are adequately informed and where monitoring and control are possible. Conservative treatment. Before the initiation of treatment with methotrexate, it is necessary to rule out a vital intrauterine pregnancy, and consider the contraindications for methotrexate therapy, based on detailed medical history and laboratory tests. The Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology of the Clinical Center of Vojvodina uses a two-dose protocol by which methotrexate is administered intramuscularly and which has proven to be highly successful with few side effects. Surgical treatment modalities. Candidates for emergency laparoscopy or laparotomy are women who are hemodynamically unstable and who should not receive methotrexate. Conclusion. In properly selected patients, the success rate of methotrexate therapy is around 93%.

scholarly journals Clinical presentation of tubal ectopic pregnancy

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 1148
Author(s):  
Kavitha Garikapati ◽  
M. Parvathi Devi ◽  
N. Alekya Goud
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Uterine Cavity ◽  
Expectant Management ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
First Trimester ◽  
Child Bearing ◽  
Incidence Risk ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancies

Background: When the fertilized ovum gets implanted at site other than normal position of uterine cavity, it is known as ectopic pregnancy. Incidence of ectopic pregnancy is 1-2% of all reported pregnancies. It is an unmitigated disaster of human production and the most important cause of morbidity and mortality in first trimester with major cause of reduced child bearing potential. It is notorious in its clinical presentation, challenging the attending physician.Methods: women with risk factors, signs and symptoms and with confirmed diagnosis. Women discharged against medical advice. Study population is 50. Retrospective analysis for 3 years (2016-2019). Objectives of this study were to study the incidence, risk factors, clinical presentation, diagnosis and changing trends of modern management. Results analysed after entering the information in the excel sheets using descriptive analysisResults: Out of 4940 deliveries, 50 were tubal ectopic pregnancies 1.012%. Women aged 20-25 years were 52%. In our study, multiparous were 68%. Common symptoms were abdominal pain 80.2%, amenorrhea 72%, urine gravindex test positive 92.8%. Etiology was PID 20%, previous ectopic pregnancy 4%, IUCD 4%, LSCS with tubectomy 16%, most common site is ampulla 82%. About 78% were ruptured. Tubal abortions 4%, salpingectomy done in 82%. Laparotomy in 2.43% in hemodynamically unstable. Medical management 8%. Salpingostomy in 4% and expectant management 2%. Morbidity in the form of blood transfusion 23.48%, DIC with ICU admission 2%. No mortality.Conclusions: A high index of clinical suspicion with underlying risk factors may get us early diagnosis for timely intervention.

scholarly journals Ectopic pregnancy: an observational study in a tertiary care centre of Southern Rajasthan, India

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 516
Author(s):  
Shrusti Parmar ◽  
Nalini Sharma ◽  
Vimla Dhakar
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
First Trimester ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Care Centre ◽  
Tertiary Care Centre ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Presentation

Background: One among the three chief obstetric causes of bleeding in first trimester, ectopic pregnancy is the first thing to rule out as a gestation is suspected. The present study observes and analyses sociodemographic distribution, risk factors, presentation, diagnosis and treatment modalities in a tertiary care centre.Methods: An observational cross-sectional study, conducted among patients who were diagnosed and managed in department of obstetrics and gynaecology of a tertiary care centre. Data analyzed and explained as frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation.Results: Age group between 21 to 30 years (69.9%) and multigravida (68.5%) are high risk for ectopic pregnancy (EP). Menstrual history was regular in 86.3%. Risk factors identified were previous abortion (30%) and history of pelvic inflammatory disease (30%). In 80.9% pain in abdomen was presenting complaints followed by bleeding per vaginum (60%), amenorrhoea (60%) and nausea and vomiting (32.9%). Right salpingectomy was most common in 43.8%, followed by left salpingectomy in 28.8%, methotrexate in 15.1%, left salpingo-ophorectomy in 5.5%, right salpingo-opherectomy in 5.5% and removal of tubal abortion in 1.3% patients. Laparoscopy was chosen route in majority 64.4% patients.Conclusions: Ectopic pregnancy - a gynecological catastrophe as well as a major challenge to the reproductive performance of women worldwide, should be considered a relevant public health issue. By providing adequate materials, manpower, well-equipped health facilities as well as a prompt and efficient referral system, good access roads and efficient transportation, will ensure early presentation in hospitals and prompt management of cases.

scholarly journals Management outcomes of ectopic pregnancy depending on different treatment modalities: a cohort study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 842
Author(s):  
Shawqi H. Alawdi ◽  
Mayada Roumieh ◽  
Marwan Alhalabi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cohort Study ◽  
Single Dose ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Expectant Management ◽  
Pelvic Surgery ◽  
Dose Methotrexate ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
History Of

Background: Ectopic pregnancy is the most common cause of maternal morbidity and mortality during the first trimester of pregnancy. The present study aimed to review and evaluate the management outcomes of ectopic pregnancy in Damascus University Maternity Hospital, Syria.Methods: A retrospective cohort study was performed on women referring to Damascus University Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) for ectopic pregnancy. Patients were assigned into groups by method of treatment: expectant management (Group 1), single-dose methotrexate regimen (Group 2), two-dose methotrexate regimen (Group 3), and surgical intervention (Group 4). Parameters assessed were risk factors for ectopic pregnancies, transvaginal ultrasonography findings, serum human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels on Days 0, 4, 7, and types of surgical intervention in women that underwent any surgical intervention. A treatment modality was considered successful when hCG levels declined to less than 5 mIU/L without further administration of methotrexate dose or need for surgery.Results: Seventy-seven women with ectopic pregnancy were admitted to the hospital during the study period. Groups 1, 2, 3, and 4 constituted 20.8%, 13.0%, 6.5% and 59.7% of the patients respectively. The most common encountered risk factors for ectopic pregnancy in the patients were history of previous intra-abdominal or pelvic surgery (57.1%) and history of miscarriage (41.6%). A statistically significant difference in the serum hCG concentrations measured on day 0, day 4, and day 7 were observed between the groups.Conclusions: The success rate in ectopic pregnancy treatment was 56.25% for the expectant management, 70% for the single-dose methotrexate regimen, and 40% for two-dose methotrexate regimen.

scholarly journals Ectopic Pregnancy Following Interval Tubal Sterilization

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-80
Author(s):  
Deepak Shrestha ◽  
Sebina Baniya ◽  
Sudeep Regmi
Keyword(s):  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Failure Rate ◽  
Uterine Cavity ◽  
Prior History ◽  
Emergency Laparotomy ◽  
Tubal Sterilization ◽  
Mobile Mass ◽  
History Of ◽  
Permanent Contraception ◽  
Urine Pregnancy Test

Introduction:  Tubal sterilization is a highly effective method of permanent contraception. However, pregnancy can still occur following a successful procedure. Published literatures report a failure rate of 0.13-1.3% and 15-33% of such pregnancies are likely to be ectopic. Case report: A 33 years para three lady with prior history of tubal ligation presented with generalized abdominal pain and several episodes of vomiting. Bimanual examination revealed a soft and mobile mass of 2 x 3 cm in right adnexa. Urine pregnancy test was positive and ultrasonogram showed a heterogeneous mass of 3.4 x 3.3 cm in right adnexa with empty uterine cavity. Culdocentesis resulted in aspiration of frank non-clotting blood. She then underwent emergency laparotomy with bilateral salpingectomy for ruptured ectopic pregnancy. Conclusion: Ectopic pregnancy after tubal sterilization though rare is not entirely impossible. All women who are offered this procedure should always be educated about its failure rate. And in women presenting with acute abdomen, a prior history of tubal sterilization doesn't preclude the possibility of ectopic pregnancy.

scholarly journals Intramural Ectopic Pregnancy: Clinical Characteristics, Risk Factors for Uterine Rupture and Hysterectomy

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaoran Chen ◽  
Lingyun Gao ◽  
Hongna Yu ◽  
Meijuan Liu ◽  
Shujun Kong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Uterine Rupture ◽  
Clinical Characteristics ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Expectant Management ◽  
Preoperative Imaging

Background: Intramural ectopic pregnancy is defined as the gestational sac (GS) is entirely within the myometrium, separate from the endometrial cavity and fallopian tubes, which is unsustainable and potentially life-threatening. The data investigating the clinical characteristics, management strategy, and fertility outcomes after treatment of intramural ectopic pregnancies are very limited due to its extreme rarity.Methods: To investigate the clinical characteristics, treatment options, and fertility outcomes in patients with intramural ectopic pregnancy, a retrospective study included 56 patients was conducted. We also used logistic regression to identify potential risk factors for uterine rupture and hysterectomy in these patients.Results: The mean age of patients was 31.1 years, with an average gestational age (GA) of 10.0 weeks, and the majority of the patient cohort (83.9%) had uterine or endometrial surgical history. 55.4% of the intramural pregnancy was diagnosed by preoperative imaging examination and 67.7% was detected by ultrasound. There was no dominant predisposed zone of the GS. Common treatment strategies included laparotomy surgery (41.1%) and laparoscopic surgery (35.7%), followed by methotrexate (7.1%) and expectant management (5.4%). Uterine rupture occurred in 9 patients and 8 patients underwent a hysterectomy, but no maternal demise was found. Logistic regression showed that a GA >10 weeks predicted a significantly higher risk of uterine rupture (Odds ratio [OR] 8.000, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.456–43.966, P = 0.017) and hysterectomy (OR 12.333, 95% CI 2.125–71.565, P = 0.005), and GS located in the fundus also predicted higher probability of uterine rupture (OR 7.000,95% CI 1.271–38.543, P = 0.025). Among the ten patients who had a desire for fertility, 6 of them succeeded and 4 of them successfully delivered with a GA ≥ 34 weeks.Conclusion: GA > 10 weeks was the risk factor for both uterine rupture and hysterectomy, while patients with GS located in the uterine fundus had a significantly higher risk of uterine rupture. The fertility outcomes were moderate after treatment. The management strategies should be individualized according to disease conditions and the desire for fertility, and early diagnosis is essential for optimizing clinical outcomes.

Pregnancy-Related Emergencies

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy Hideko Kaji
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Hyperemesis Gravidarum ◽  
Gestational Trophoblastic Disease ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Free Fluid ◽  
Molar Pregnancy ◽  
Hypertensive Disorders Of Pregnancy ◽  
Trophoblastic Disease ◽  
Hypertensive Disorders

This review provides an overview of spontaneous abortion, ectopic pregnancy, gestational trophoblastic disease or molar pregnancy, hyperemesis gravidarum, placental abruption, placental previa, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, and amniotic fluid embolism. Assessment and stabilization, diagnosis, treatment and disposition, and outcomes are discussed. Tables include classifications of abortion or miscarriage, differential diagnosis of patients presenting with vaginal bleeding during pregnancy, risk factors for ectopic pregnancy, treatment modalities for hyperemesis gravidarum, classification of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, and risk factors for preeclampsia and eclampsia. Figures show ectopic pregnancy on a sonogram, free fluid in hepatorenal fossa on a focused abdominal sonogram in trauma, double decidual sign in a normal intrauterine pregnancy, pseudogestational sac in an ectopic pregnancy, and “snowstorm” appearance of molar pregnancy on a sonogram. This review 5 figures, 13 tables, and 68 references. Keywords: abortion, ectopic, gestational trophoblastic disease, abruption, previa, ecclampsia

scholarly journals Association of Risk Factors of Ectopic Pregnancy

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 26-32
Author(s):  
Dur e Shehwar ◽  
Lubna Zubair
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Low Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Uterine Cavity ◽  
Pelvic Surgery ◽  
Contraceptive Device ◽  
Assisted Reproductive Technique ◽  
History Of ◽  
Tubal Disease ◽  
Reproductive Technique

Abstract:Background: Ectopic pregnancy is the implantation of a fertilized ovum anywhere outside the uterine cavity. Around 95% of ectopic pregnancies occur in the Fallopian tubes. Most of these are occurring in the ampulla region. Other sites include the interstitial or the corneal region of the myometrium, cervix, ovary, peritoneal cavity (abdominal pregnancy) and in caesarean section scars. The objective of this study was to see the association of different risk factors of ectopic pregnancy.Methodology: It was a case-control study. The data was collected from Obstetrics & Gynaecology department Jinnah Hospital, Lahore and the study was completed at Gulab Devi PGMI, Lahore. For the analysis of data, SPSS version 16.00 was used.Results: 180 pregnant females were taken in which 90 were cases and 90 were controls. 16 females were more than 35 years in age of which 16% females had ectopic pregnancy. There were 3 females had history of smoking in which 3% females had ectopic pregnancy. There were 82 females who had history of pelvic surgery in which 43% female had ectopic pregnancy. There were 17 females have had history of previous ectopic pregnancy of which 14% were having ectopic pregnancy. There were 6 females have had history of IUCD (Intra uterine contraceptive device) of which 6% females were having ectopic pregnancy. There were 23 females who had history of PID (Pelvic inflammatory disease) of which 26% females were having ectopic pregnancy. There were 2 females have had history of tubal disease and had ectopic pregnancy. There were 21 females who had history of ART (Assisted reproductive technique) in which 3% females were presented with ectopic pregnancy. There was 1 female who had history of endometriosis in which 2% females were presented with ectopic pregnancy.There were 16 females have had history of low socioeconomic status of which 9% females were presented with ectopic pregnancy. There was 1 female who had history of tuberculosis and having ectopic pregnancy.Conclusion: In the present study age more than 35 years, smoking, previous ectopic pregnancy, insertion of IUCD, PID, assisted reproductive technique, tubal disease, history of pelvic surgery, endometriosis and tuberculosis had a great association with ectopic pregnancy.

scholarly journals Clinical study on presentation and management of ectopic pregnancies in a tertiary care centre

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 173
Author(s):  
Anjum Ara ◽  
Indu Chawla ◽  
Rasika Agarwal ◽  
Bangali Manjhi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Treatment Modality ◽  
Adnexal Mass ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Uterine Cavity ◽  
Free Fluid ◽  
Tertiary Care Centre ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancies

Background: Ectopic pregnancy means pregnancy outside the normal uterine cavity. It is the leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in first trimester. Early diagnosis and timely intervention can significantly improve the outcomes.Methods: Retrospective observational study done in the department of obstetrics and gynecology ABVIMS and Dr. RML hospital, New Delhi from January 2016 to March 2019. Case records of 76 patients of confirmed ectopic pregnancy were retrieved and studied from the medical record section. The main aims were to see the clinical presentation, mode of diagnosis, predisposing risk factors; treatments offered and associated morbidity and mortality.Results: The incidence of ectopic pregnancy in present study was 1.7%, highest in 21 to 30 years age multiparous patients. 85.1% presented as acute emergencies, 75% patients had classic triad of amenorrhea, pain and bleeding. Pain was the commonest symptom in 96.1%. The commonest clinical sign was adnexal mass and tenderness. Ultrasound findings had adnexal mass in 98.7% and free fluid in 84.7% cases with empty uterus in 100%. 90.7 % case were tubal ectopic and 69.73 % were ruptured. Surgery was the main treatment modality in 96.0% cases. Salpingectomy was the commonest surgery in 80.25%. There was 0% mortality and 78.9% cases required blood transfusions, 44.7% patients had no known risk factors whereas some of the common identifiable risk factors were history of previous abortion, previous pelvic surgeries and pelvic inflammatory disease.Conclusions: ABVIMS and Dr. RML hospital is a tertiary care center so majority of patients with ectopic pregnancies presented late, as such surgery was the main treatment modality but there was 0% mortality in our study. Conservative treatments such as laparoscopy and medical management can also be offered to hemodynamically stable patients.

scholarly journals Cornual Pregnancy: A Case Report

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irin Parveen Alam
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Fallopian Tube ◽  
Uterine Cavity ◽  
Final Diagnosis ◽  
Uterine Wall ◽  
Cornual Pregnancy ◽  
College Hospital ◽  
Major Life ◽  
Threatening Situation

Ectopic pregnancy is a condition where gestation sac is located outside the uterine cavity; it is a major life threatening situation in early pregnancy. A cornual pregnancy is an ectopic pregnancy that develops in the interstitial portion of the fallopian tube invading through the uterine wall. As myometrium is more distensible fallopian tube cornual pregnancies often rupture later than other tubal pregnancies. Cornual pregnancy is rare and carries grave consequences to both mother and fetus. Here a case report has been presented where the patient was admitted in Faridpur Medical College Hospital. The case was presented with intra-abdominal haemorrhage at second trimester. In this cases investigation missed the diagnosis, final diagnosis was only made after laparotomy. The need for clinical suspicion and role of ultrasonography, resuscitation and laparotomy is necessary to prevent catastrophe. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/fmcj.v8i2.20397 Faridpur Med. Coll. J. 2013;8(2): 102-104

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