Cesarean Scar Ectopic Pregnancy: A Case Report

A cesarean scar pregnancy is a rare, life-threatening obstetric emergency. Early recognition and prompt treatment of cesarean scar pregnancy is essential because of the risk for long-term reproductive complications associated with this condition.

A 33-year-old gravida 6 para 5 female presented to the emergency department with pain to the suprapubic area. Following assessment and diagnostic testing, she was diagnosed with a cesarean scar pregnancy. The patient was admitted to the women's services department where she received a multidose regimen of methotrexate. The patient was discharged home, and no further surgical interventions were necessary. Two months after her visit to the emergency department, the patient has not had any complications related to the cesarean scar pregnancy.

This manuscript outlines the case of a patient presenting to the emergency department with a cesarean scar pregnancy that was promptly recognized and treated. It is important for emergency nurses to quickly recognize the risk factors and clinical presentation of a cesarean scar pregnancy to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.