Surgical settings and incisions for the management of ectopic pregnancies

Ectopic pregnancies do not have to be managed through a laparotomy incision in a hospital. Alternative settings and surgical incisions are available. Most patients can be managed in either free-standing or hospital outpatient facilities using either a minilaparotomy, laparoscopic or possibly a colpotomy incision. Conservative surgical management, which is so important in women desiring future children, can also be done through a minilaparotomy or laparoscopic incision in an outpatient setting.