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Ectopic pregnancy: a seven-year survey.

A A Hasan

    European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology
    |December 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study analyzed 75 ectopic pregnancy cases, finding abdominal pain, amenorrhea, and vaginal bleeding as primary symptoms. Salpingectomy was the preferred treatment, with no maternal deaths recorded.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Reproductive Medicine

    Background:

    • Ectopic pregnancy poses significant risks to maternal health.
    • Understanding epidemiological patterns and treatment outcomes is crucial for improving patient care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the clinical presentation, management, and outcomes of ectopic pregnancy at Jordan University Hospital.
    • To identify risk factors and evaluate treatment efficacy in a specific patient cohort.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 75 ectopic pregnancy cases treated between January 1976 and December 1982.
    • Data collection included patient demographics, symptoms, risk factors (e.g., IUD use, prior pelvic surgery), diagnostic methods, and treatment outcomes.

    Main Results:

    Keywords:
    Arab CountriesAsiaContraceptionDeveloping CountriesDiseasesExaminations And DiagnosesIudJordanMenstruation DisordersPhysical Examinations And DiagnosesPregnancy ComplicationsPregnancy HistoryPregnancy, Ectopic--etiologyTreatmentUltrasonicsWestern Asia

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  • The incidence of ectopic pregnancy was 1 in 162 deliveries.
  • Common symptoms included abdominal pain (96%), amenorrhea (69.3%), and vaginal bleeding (60%).
  • Salpingectomy was the primary surgical intervention, with a 16.7% false-negative rate for culdocentesis and no maternal mortality.

    • Conclusions:

    • Salpingectomy is an effective treatment for ectopic pregnancy.
    • Early diagnosis and prompt management are essential to prevent severe complications and ensure favorable maternal outcomes.