Definitions
The Greek root word "ektopis" is where the medical term originates
Displacement
This lifestyle factor, which should be avoided before and during pregnancy, is listed as a cause and risk factor
Smoking
This common diagnostic imaging tool is used alongside a blood test for hCG to determine the pregnancy location
Ultrasound
This minimally invasive surgical procedure is used to visually confirm the pregnancy location and safely remove the embryo, often used when medication is not appropriate
Laparoscopy
Beyond protecting the mother, this is the primary goal of modern ectopic pregnancy management
Keep future fertility possible
Any pregnancy where the fertilized ovum implants and develops in a site other than the normal uterine cavity
Ectopic pregnancy
A history leading to _____ in the fallopian tubes, often caused by previous procedures or infections like Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Surgery or Scarring in the fallopian tubes
This blood test is used serially to check the level and trend of the pregnancy hormone
Beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (β-hCG) test
This single-dose medication is commonly used to treat early, unruptured ectopic pregnancies by stopping cell growth
Methotrexate
This vital intervention, along with rest, is essential for a patient recovering from the toll of an ectopic pregnancy
Provide comfort or emotional support