Ectopic pregnancies are diagnosed considering a variety of factors. Using ultrasound for ectopic pregnancy diagnosis is common. Share on Pinterest Photo, Medical Equipment, Medical Exam, Parenthood, ...

An ectopic pregnancy usually cannot survive, as it will be unable to grow outside the womb. Survival is extremely rare. Immediate medical attention is needed for an ectopic pregnancy. If an ectopic ...

A California woman was scheduled to have a large cyst removed but, in the lead-up to the procedure, learned she had a rare ...

An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg attaches outside the uterus, usually in one of the fallopian tubes. These pregnancies are not viable and if untreated can lead to life-threatening ...

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Jessica is a former writer and editor at Forbes Health with over a decade of experience in both lifestyle and clinical health topics. Before Forbes Health, Jessica was an editor for Healthline Media, ...

There is no evidence that abortions directly cause ectopic pregnancy. In countries where pregnancy termination is legal and accessible, abortions are generally very safe. Some older research found an ...

Some women and health care providers have concerns about how this rare but life-threatening pregnancy complication will be treated now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned. By Catherine Pearson In the ...