ectopic pregnancy rate

Written by Du Rui Xia

Obstetrics

Updated on January 27, 2025

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The probability of an ectopic pregnancy occurring is generally quite low, with an incidence rate of about 2%-3%. An ectopic pregnancy refers to a fertilized egg that does not implant within the uterine cavity, and occurs outside the uterine cavity; the most common site for an ectopic pregnancy is the fallopian tube, followed by the ovaries and the abdominal cavity. These are the common sites for ectopic pregnancies. The main causes of ectopic pregnancies are chronic inflammation or congenital diseases, which lead to adhesions and blockages in the fallopian tubes, affecting the migration of the fertilized egg.

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Early symptoms of ectopic pregnancy

The early symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy, where the pregnancy test shows implantation outside the uterine cavity, indicate an ectopic pregnancy. Depending on the type of ectopic pregnancy, whether there is a miscarriage at the site where the fertilized egg attaches, or whether there is a rupture, as well as the timing, duration, and volume of bleeding, the clinical manifestations can vary. In early tubal pregnancies, if there is no miscarriage or rupture, there are generally no specific clinical symptoms, meaning there is neither abdominal pain nor vaginal bleeding. However, as the condition progresses, some typical symptoms may appear, beginning with the cessation of menstruation. Then, abdominal pain may occur. If there is no rupture, the pain or soreness is typically localized to one side of the lower abdomen. If a rupture occurs, tearing pain will be followed by lower abdominal pain, abdominal tenderness, and rebound pain, potentially leading to a shock state.

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ectopic pregnancy early symptoms

First, there will be a cessation of menstruation, followed by a brief period of amenorrhea, and then irregular vaginal bleeding will occur. This vaginal bleeding is usually light and droplet-like, and the color is dark red. Additionally, most women will experience pain on one side of the lower abdomen, which manifests as a distension pain. At this time, because the ectopic pregnancy in the fallopian tube has not ruptured, the enlarging embryo causes the fallopian tube to expand, leading to spasms of the tube, and thus these symptoms occur. If the condition continues to progress, the fallopian tube may rupture, resulting in acute and severe pain on one side of the lower abdomen.

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What is the best treatment for ectopic pregnancy?

In cases where an ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed, timely treatment is necessary. Generally, around 50 days into the pregnancy, there is a possibility of the ectopic pregnancy rupturing, so early treatment is crucial. If it is discovered before rupture, conservative treatment can be an option. However, if an ectopic rupture has already occurred, surgical treatment is required. The type of surgery depends on the specific situation; women who wish to preserve their fertility may undergo a salpingostomy, whereas those without fertility needs may undergo salpingectomy.

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Ectopic pregnancy medical conservative treatment

Under normal circumstances, the treatment of ectopic pregnancy is generally divided into conservative treatment and surgical treatment. Conservative treatment is usually applied when the ectopic pregnancy has not ruptured, using medication for about a week. After one week, a follow-up examination is done to check blood HCG levels and an ultrasound scan. If blood HCG levels have dropped significantly, the ultrasound shows that the mass has not grown, and the symptoms of abdominal pain have decreased, it indicates that the conservative treatment was successful. The threat is only considered resolved when blood HCG returns to normal levels. Otherwise, the conservative treatment for ectopic pregnancy may fail, and surgery will be necessary to treat the ectopic pregnancy symptomatically. If there is a particularly large amount of bleeding or a rupture has occurred, surgical treatment is the only option.

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ectopic pregnancy rate

The probability of an ectopic pregnancy occurring is generally quite low, with an incidence rate of about 2%-3%. An ectopic pregnancy refers to a fertilized egg that does not implant within the uterine cavity, and occurs outside the uterine cavity; the most common site for an ectopic pregnancy is the fallopian tube, followed by the ovaries and the abdominal cavity. These are the common sites for ectopic pregnancies. The main causes of ectopic pregnancies are chronic inflammation or congenital diseases, which lead to adhesions and blockages in the fallopian tubes, affecting the migration of the fertilized egg.