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Schistosomiasis and ruptured ectopic pregnancy: A case report
Juleca Manuela Sobrejale Ucama1, Lee Smith2,3, José Pires1
1Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Beira Central Hospital, Mozambique.
Women'S Health (London, England)
|October 16, 2025
Summary
Schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease, can cause severe reproductive issues like ectopic pregnancy. This case study highlights the successful management of a 23-year-old woman with schistosomiasis and a ruptured ectopic tubal pregnancy in a low-income area.
Area of Science:
- Tropical Medicine
- Parasitology
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease prevalent in tropical/subtropical regions, often linked to poor sanitation and water access.
- Caused by trematode parasites, it affects human veins, with eggs causing inflammation or being shed.
- Genital schistosomiasis, caused by *Schistosoma haematobium*, impacts urinary and genital tracts, leading to infertility and other reproductive health issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a case study of a 23-year-old female with schistosomiasis and a ruptured ectopic tubal pregnancy.
- To demonstrate successful management of this complex condition in a low-income setting.
Main Methods:
- Case report of a 23-year-old female diagnosed with schistosomiasis and a ruptured ectopic tubal pregnancy.
- Management strategies employed in a resource-limited environment were utilized.
Main Results:
- The patient with schistosomiasis and a ruptured ectopic tubal pregnancy was successfully managed.
- The case highlights the feasibility of managing severe reproductive complications of schistosomiasis in low-income settings.
Conclusions:
- Female genital schistosomiasis poses significant reproductive health challenges, including ectopic pregnancy.
- Successful management is achievable even in resource-limited settings, emphasizing the importance of timely diagnosis and intervention.
