Ruptured ovarian ectopic pregnancy: a rare and challenging diagnosis

Authors

  • Archana A. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ariyur, Puducherry, India
  • Nirmala Jaget Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ariyur, Puducherry, India
  • Sri Saranya Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ariyur, Puducherry, India
  • Sindhujha Sekar Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ariyur, Puducherry, India
  • Priyanka R. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ariyur, Puducherry, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20250216

Keywords:

Ovarian ectopic pregnancy, Laparotomy, Oophorectomy, Spiegelberg criteria

Abstract

Ovarian ectopic pregnancy is a rare and serious condition that can result in significant maternal morbidity and mortality. This report details the presentation, diagnosis, and surgical management of a 27-year-old woman with a ruptured ovarian ectopic pregnancy. Due to their nonspecific symptoms, ovarian ectopic pregnancies are often only diagnosed intraoperatively and confirmed through histopathological analysis. Prompt diagnosis and timely treatment are essential to prevent life-threatening complications. Whenever possible, fertility preservation should be prioritized through conservative surgical techniques or medical management for carefully selected patients. This case underscores the critical need for heightened awareness and prompt intervention in managing ovarian ectopic pregnancies.

 

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Published

2025-01-29

How to Cite

A., A., Jaget, N., Saranya, S., Sekar, S., & R., P. (2025). Ruptured ovarian ectopic pregnancy: a rare and challenging diagnosis. International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 14(2), 668–670. https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20250216

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