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Ectopic pregnancy in Abha, Saudi Arabia. A continuing conundrum
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Abha Maternity Hospital, PO Box 1650, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Medical Journal
|September 5, 2001
Summary
The incidence of ectopic pregnancy in Abha is low at 0.74 per 100 live births. Known risk factors were not clearly defined in this Saudi Arabian population.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Gynecology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Ectopic pregnancy poses significant health risks to women globally.
- Understanding regional incidence and risk factors is crucial for effective public health strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence of ectopic pregnancy in Abha, Saudi Arabia.
- To evaluate the relevance of established risk factors in this specific population.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study of 82 women with histologically confirmed ectopic pregnancies.
- Data collected from Abha Maternity Hospital over a 3.5-year period.
Main Results:
- Incidence rate of 0.74 per 100 live births.
- Most affected women were aged 21-30 (56%); 56% were parous.
- Intrauterine contraceptive device use (17%) and prior ectopic pregnancy (5%) were noted risk factors.
Conclusions:
- Ectopic pregnancy incidence is comparatively low in the Abha region.
- Identified risk factors were not clearly defined, suggesting a need for further research.
- A nationwide study on climatic factors and Chlamydia trachomatis serology is recommended.
