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Primary Abdominal Ectopic Pregnancy Involving the Spleen: A Case Study.

Massimiliano Fambrini1, Elisa Farsi1, Eleonora Nardi2

  • 1Department of Experimental, Clinical and Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, Florence, Italy, unifi.it.

Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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This case report details an exceptionally rare instance of ectopic pregnancy implanted in splenic tissue. Early diagnosis and surgical intervention were crucial for successful management of this life-threatening condition.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Surgical Gynecology
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Ectopic pregnancy is a significant cause of first-trimester maternal morbidity and mortality.
  • Abdominal pregnancies are rare but carry high risks of complications.
  • Splenic implantation of an ectopic pregnancy is exceptionally rare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of ectopic pregnancy implanted in splenosis.
  • To highlight diagnostic challenges and management strategies for atypical ectopic pregnancies.
  • To emphasize the importance of timely surgical intervention.

Main Methods:

  • A 29-year-old patient presented with symptoms suggestive of ectopic pregnancy.
  • Diagnostic workup included serum beta-hCG levels and serial ultrasounds.
Keywords:
abdominalaccessory spleencase reportectopic pregnancyhistologic examination

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  • Exploratory laparoscopy was performed due to diagnostic uncertainty.
  • Histological analysis confirmed ectopic pregnancy in splenic tissue.

    • Main Results:

    • Laparoscopy revealed vascularized formations on the prevesical peritoneum, which were excised.
    • Postoperative beta-hCG levels declined significantly.
    • Histology confirmed chorionic villi and trophoblast cells within splenic tissue, consistent with ectopic pregnancy in splenosis.
    • The patient recovered well with near-complete resolution of beta-hCG.

    Conclusions:

    • This case underscores the possibility of ectopic pregnancy implantation in unusual locations like splenosis.
    • Inconclusive imaging and rising beta-hCG necessitate thorough investigation, potentially including laparoscopy.
    • Prompt surgical management is critical for favorable outcomes in rare ectopic pregnancy presentations.