A Case Report of Caesarean Scar Ectopic drsadaftufail@gmail.com

  • Sadaf Tofail Assistant Professor Obs and Gynae(ex), Cantonment General Hospital (Yusra Medical College, Islamabad)
  • Nayel Helmi Consultant Obs & Gyn Dr Sameer Abbas Hospital, Jeddah KSA.
Keywords: Caesarean scar ectopic, Ectopic/diagnostic imaging

Abstract

In this case report the occurrence of ectopic pregnancy in a previous caesarean scar will be discussed in which diagnosis has been made through transvabdominal ultrasonography. The diagnosis  was made during antenatal checkup, we will discuss the clinical details and treatment of this condition.

Caesarean section scar ectopic pregnancy can develop within the myometrium. Uterine rupture, hemorrhage and a hysterectomy are some of the serious complications which can develop resulting in serious maternal morbidity and mortality. The data available suggests termination of pregnancy by surgical intervention if the diagnosis made is correct but expectant management is also an option in some cases. 

Published
2018-10-09
Section
Case Report