Ectopic Pregnancy

In a recent case reported from Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, doctors were stunned when an MRI scan revealed a fetus growing in the liver, a condition known as intrahepatic ectopic pregnancy. This extremely rare and dangerous form of ectopic pregnancy has shocked the medical community, as ectopic pregnancies typically occur in the fallopian tubes, not in organs like the liver.

About Ectopic Pregnancy

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the uterus. Typically, the fertilized egg attaches itself to the walls of the fallopian tube, but it can also implant in other areas such as the ovary, abdominal cavity, or lower part of the uterus (cervix).

Common Forms of Ectopic Pregnancy:

Tubal Pregnancy: The most common type, where the fertilized egg implants in one of the fallopian tubes.
Other Locations: The fertilized egg can also implant in the ovary, abdomen, or cervix.

Causes of Ectopic Pregnancy:

Ectopic pregnancies happen when the fertilized egg is unable to move properly to the uterus. This blockage may be caused by:

Inflammation or scarring of the fallopian tubes (often due to infections or previous surgeries).
Irregularly shaped or damaged fallopian tubes.
Infections or previous pelvic surgeries.

Symptoms of Ectopic Pregnancy:

The symptoms of ectopic pregnancies can resemble those of early pregnancy, making them harder to detect initially. Early signs include:

Missed period
Nausea and vomiting
Tenderness of the breasts

As the pregnancy progresses and the fertilized egg grows, other symptoms become noticeable, such as:

Vaginal bleeding
Pain in the lower abdomen
Pelvic and back pain
Dizziness
Shoulder pain
Discomfort during bowel movements
Low blood pressure

Treatment for Ectopic Pregnancy:

Ectopic pregnancies are a medical emergency because the growing embryo can cause the fallopian tube or organ to rupture, leading to internal bleeding. In some cases, doctors use a medication called methotrexate to stop the growth of the fertilized egg, thereby ending the pregnancy. In more severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the ectopic tissue.

Source: INDIAN EXPRESS

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