Korean J Obstet Gynecol.  2003 Oct;46(10):2039-2042.

A Case of Ectopic Pregnancy within a Previous Cesarean Scar

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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, Taegu, Korea.

Abstract

Implantation of a gestational sac within a previous cesarean scar is the rarest form of ectopic pregnancy. A delay in either diagnosis or treatment can lead to uterine rupture, hysterectomy, and significant maternal morbidity due to severe hemorrhage. As developing of transvaginal ultrasound and MRI, early diagnosis could be made and conservative treatment could be possible. We have recently experienced a case of intramural pregnancy implanting in the scar of cesarean section, and enabled the successful treatment to preserve the patient's reproductive capability.

Keyword

Intramural pregnancy; Ectopic pregnancy; Cesarean scar

MeSH Terms

Cesarean Section
Cicatrix*
Diagnosis
Early Diagnosis
Female
Gestational Sac
Hemorrhage
Hysterectomy
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Pregnancy
Pregnancy, Ectopic*
Ultrasonography
Uterine Rupture
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