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Trends in ectopic pregnancy in Canada.

J C Hockin, A G Jessamine

    Canadian Medical Association Journal
    |October 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Ectopic pregnancy incidence in Canada rose 63% from 1970 to 1980. This increase in ectopic pregnancies may be linked to higher rates of sexually transmitted infections and pelvic inflammatory disease.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Reproductive Health

    Background:

    • Ectopic pregnancy is a significant complication of sexually transmitted diseases.
    • Understanding trends in ectopic pregnancy incidence is crucial for public health planning.
    • Previous research suggests a link between sexually transmitted diseases and ectopic pregnancy rates.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the incidence of ectopic pregnancy in Canada between 1971 and 1980.
    • To analyze ectopic pregnancy rates across different age groups.
    • To investigate potential correlations between ectopic pregnancy trends and sexually transmitted disease rates.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized hospital statistics from Statistics Canada for the years 1971-1980.
    • Defined the denominator as "reported pregnancies" (live births, stillbirths, legal abortions, ectopic pregnancies).
    • Analyzed incidence data stratified by age group.

    Main Results:

    • In 1980, 4123 ectopic pregnancies were reported, representing 9.3 per 1000 reported pregnancies.
    • This indicates a 63% increase in ectopic pregnancy incidence compared to 1970.
    • Incidence rates showed an increase across all age strata.

    Conclusions:

    • The rising trend in ectopic pregnancy incidence in Canada suggests a potential link to increasing rates of gonococcal infections.
    • Findings support international data associating increased ectopic pregnancy rates with higher prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases.
    • Further public health interventions targeting sexually transmitted disease prevention are warranted.

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