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1Obstetrics and Gynaecology, St George Hospital, Sydney, AUS.
Cureus
|April 3, 2026
Summary
Heterotopic pregnancies, occurring simultaneously inside and outside the uterus, pose diagnostic challenges. This case study highlights successful management of an ectopic pregnancy with potassium chloride (KCl) while preserving the intrauterine pregnancy.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Clinical Case Study
Background:
- Heterotopic pregnancy is the simultaneous occurrence of intrauterine and extrauterine pregnancies.
- Diagnosis is challenging due to potential asymptomatic presentation and reassurance from visualizing an intrauterine pregnancy.
- Rarity contributes to a lack of established global management guidelines.
