Abstract

ECTOPIC PREGNANCY ? CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, FERTILITY MANAGEMENT, PREVENTION

Dr. Lobna Hameed Rashid AL-Gburi, Dr. Noor Sabah Abdulrahman and Dr. Amaal Kamil Hameed

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Ectopic pregnancy remains the leading cause of maternal death in early pregnancy. This retrospective analysis was done to determine the incidence, clinical features, risk factors, treatment, and morbidity and mortality associated with ectopic pregnancy in a tertiary care center. Objective: To know the age group, parity, risk factors, clinical presentation, intervention required, and outcome of the ectopic pregnancy. Materials and Methods: This retrospective study. Results: Show tables. Conclusion: Proper evaluation of pregnancy with associated risk factors and early diagnosis will help preserving tube and in turn her fertility and thus help in decreasing morbidity and mortality.

Keywords: Ectopic pregnancy, Partial salpingectomy, Ultrasonography, Urine pregnancy test.