P05.05: Efficacy and safety of single dose methotrexate treatment for ectopic pregnancy and pregnancy of unknown location and progesterone as a predictor of success

Abstract

respectively. There was no major complication, however, 4 cases required intensive therapy unit care and blood transfusion, with total blood loss over 3 litres. Two of these cases had successful laparoscopic management. Average hospital stay was 2 days. Conclusions: Our study showed that 6% non-tubal ectopic pregnancies accounted for all ectopic pregnancies in the unit. Experience at ultrasound diagnosis and laparoscopic technique can lead to earlier diagnosis and few operative failures needing laparotomy. In spite of potential morbidity, laparoscopic surgery should be considered for women requiring surgery where laparoscopic expertise available. Medical management should be considered where appropriate.