ectopic pregnancy

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A pregnancy where the embryo attaches outside the uterus.

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  • She had emergency surgery for an ectopic pregnancy.
  • An ectopic pregnancy can be a life-threatening condition if not treated immediately.
  • The doctor used an ultrasound to diagnose the ectopic pregnancy.
  • Symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy often include sharp abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding.
  • Most cases of ectopic pregnancy occur in the fallopian tubes.
  • It is unfortunately impossible for an ectopic pregnancy to proceed normally to birth.
  • Early detection of an ectopic pregnancy is crucial for the mother's safety.
  • The risk of an ectopic pregnancy increases with certain pelvic inflammatory diseases.
  • Patients who have had one ectopic pregnancy are at higher risk for another in the future.
  • Severe cramping in the first trimester might indicate an ectopic pregnancy.