Not exact matches
There is a considerable literature concerning the use of methotrexate in
ectopic, or
tubal, pregnancies.
Almost all
ectopic pregnancies occur in the fallopian tube and are thus sometimes called
tubal pregnancies.
You will most likely not have an appointment for several weeks, unless you are having complications like an
ectopic or
tubal pregnancy, miscarriage or other concern.
First, it's important to know that
ectopic and
tubal pregnancies can not continue to term, meaning they always result in pregnancy loss.
This testing can be done because of a suspected problem, like bleeding, questionable dates, suspected
ectopic (
tubal) pregnancy or other concerns.
Centers for Disease Control, «Female Sterilization: Risk of
Ectopic Pregnancy After
Tubal Sterilization Fact Sheet.»
Although
ectopic pregnancy after
tubal ligation is recognized as one of the risks, it is extremely rare.
Even if fertility isn't a concern, women who lose a tube due to
ectopic pregnancy after a
tubal ligation will see some side effects from it.
It's important to know that there are now many organizations dedicated to supporting parents and families who have had to cope with
tubal pregnancy, and you will be able to locate your local groups by searching «
ectopic pregnancy support.»
While cramps may indicate
ectopic pregnancy, according to BabyCenter, certain types of pain may be more likely to indicate you are experiencing a
tubal pregnancy and need immediate medical attention:
Incidence, diagnosis and management of
tubal and nontubal
ectopic pregnancies: a review.
During an
ectopic pregnancy (sometimes called a
tubal pregnancy) a fertilized egg implants itself outside the womb in contrast to a normal pregnancy where the egg implants within the uterus.
Pressure in your abdomen during pregnancy can be associated with a
tubal or
ectopic pregnancy, when the fertilized egg is actually outside of your uterus.
When these same IVF / ICSI pregnancies were examined further, the major risk factor for an
ectopic pregnancy was the presence of a
tubal problem in the diagnosis, which more than doubled the risk (adjusted odds ratio 2.23).
«Rate of
ectopic pregnancy following IVF has almost halved in past 12 years: Progressive reduction in risk associated with less
tubal infertility and fewer embryos transferred.»
Commenting on the findings, Professor Polyzos said that the decrease in risk of
ectopic pregnancy in ART «appears strictly associated with the reduction in the incidence of
tubal factor infertility and the transfer of fewer embryos» in ART.
It can lead to an
ectopic (
tubal) pregnancy or miscarriage.
Chlamydia can not kill you, but in some cases,
tubal pregnancies, called
ectopic pregnancies, can be fatal.