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Diagnostic hysteroscopy successfully located early pregnancy in two-thirds of cases. A beta-hCG level of 198 IU/L indicated retained pregnancy tissue, aiding in management.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Gynecologic Surgery

Background:

  • Early pregnancy localization is crucial for managing non-viable pregnancies.
  • Ultrasound can be inconclusive in determining pregnancy location.
  • Abnormal beta-hCG kinetics necessitates further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the contribution of diagnostic hysteroscopy in localizing early, unlocated pregnancies.
  • To assess the feasibility and utility of hysteroscopy in managing non-viable pregnancies.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective, observational study at a single tertiary hospital.
  • Included 27 patients with early non-viable pregnancies and inconclusive ultrasounds.
  • Outpatient diagnostic hysteroscopy performed using a rigid hysteroscope without anesthesia.

Main Results:

  • Hysteroscopy localized pregnancy in 66.7% of cases (17 intrauterine, 1 cornual).
  • Direct visualization of trophoblastic material confirmed pregnancy location.
  • A beta-hCG threshold of 198 IU/L was associated with intrauterine detection (78.3% of cases).

Conclusions:

  • Diagnostic hysteroscopy is a feasible tool for unlocated pregnancy management.
  • It allows for pregnancy localization in approximately two-thirds of cases.
  • Further research is needed to confirm its role and establish reliable beta-hCG thresholds.