Abstract
Abdominal pregnancy is a rare form of ectopic pregnancy. A high index of suspicion enables early diagnosis and prompt management. Ultrasound is a gold standard tool for diagnosis and Magnetic Resonance imaging has a limited role. Appropriate management of the condition is important to avoid grave maternal morbidity.
Highlights
Open AccessAbdominal pregnancy is a potentially life threatening form of ectopic gestation, with an incidence of 1% - 1.4% [1]
Timed diagnosis and prompt management minimize maternal morbidity and prevent mortality. We reported this case to study diagnosis, management and outcome of abdominal pregnancy
Abdominal pregnancy is an ectopic pregnancy where the fetus and placenta is implanted in the peritoneal cavity
Summary
Abdominal pregnancy is a potentially life threatening form of ectopic gestation, with an incidence of 1% - 1.4% [1]. Advances in prenatal care and imaging studies in the last few decades have helped early diagnosis and management. The clinical features vary based on site and gestation at presentation. A high index of suspicion enables early diagnosis and prompt management. Ultrasound remains the primary means of diagnosis. Surgical intervention is the ideal best option for treatment. Timed diagnosis and prompt management minimize maternal morbidity and prevent mortality. We reported this case to study diagnosis, management and outcome of abdominal pregnancy
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