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Sign of a Tubal Pregnancy
Tubal pregnancy refers to the abnormal (ectopic) placement of the developing fetus in the fallopian tube which connects the ovary to the uterus. Tubal pregnancy becomes a medical problem (symptomatic) between the third and eighth week of gestation, as the fetus reaches a critical size. Tubal pregnancy, also known as ectopic pregnancy, is an ABSOLUTE emergency requiring immediate surgical correction. Maternal death from internal bleeding and hemorrhagic shock is possible without definitive treatment. Fetal survival is not possible in tubal pregnancy. Common symptoms include abrupt onset of one-sided lower abdominal or pelvic pain. This may be accompanied by faintness or fainting (particularly upon standing). Some patients may also have vaginal bleeding. Any female of reproductive age with lower abdominal pain MUST have this diagnosis considered. valuation will include history and physical examination. Pelvic examination ill guide the physician toward the appropriate diagnosis. Additional studies include pelvic ultrasound. This test allows the physician to "see" the internal anatomy (and, hopefully, the location of the fetus) using a painless sound wave test. Blood pregnancy test and blood counts will also be performed. For confirmed cases, treatment is surgical. In some cases, a limited removal of the fetal tissue can be accomplished allowing the fallopian tube to be salvaged. Other cases may necessitate complete removal of the fallopian tube on that side. An OB-GYN physician is expert in the management of this emergency.
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