Chronic Ectopic Pregnancy: A Case Report
Sherin M Hassaballa1, Kareem Aboualfa2, Nayantara Bijral1
1Obstetrics and Gynaecology, East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust, Ashford, GBR.
Cureus
|October 6, 2025
Summary
Chronic ectopic pregnancy (CEP) is a rare condition often missed due to subtle symptoms and low hCG levels. Early diagnosis and laparoscopic salpingectomy are crucial for effective management and preventing complications.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Chronic ectopic pregnancy (CEP) is an under-recognized condition.
- It presents with atypical symptoms and low or undetectable beta human chorionic gonadotropin (β-hCG) levels.
- Diagnosis can be challenging due to non-specific signs and symptoms mimicking other pelvic pathologies.
Keywords:
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