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indication of surgery in ectopic pregnancy

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Surgical intervention in ectopic pregnancy is indicated in several scenarios, depending on the type and location of the ectopic pregnancy, as well as the patient's clinical status:

General indications

Tubal pregnancy

Ovarian pregnancy

Interstitial pregnancy

Cornual pregnancy

Cervical pregnancy

Heterotopic pregnancy

Cesarean scar pregnancy

In conclusion, the decision to perform surgery in ectopic pregnancy is multifactorial and should be individualized based on the patient's clinical status, the location of the ectopic pregnancy, and the patient's desire for future fertility.

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Ectopic pregnancy

Surgical interventions

Guidelines

Surgical management

Pathway
ACOG 2018