Curriculum of Obstetrics
TOPIC 11
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY
RATIONALE
The risk of death from an extra-uterine pregnancy is 10 times greater than that from a vaginal delivery and 50 times greater than from an induced abortion. Moreover, the prognosis for a successful subsequent pregnancy is reduced significantly in women who experience extra-uterine pregnancy. With earlier diagnosis, both maternal survival and conservation of reproductive capacity are enhanced.
GOALS
l Define the problem of ectopic pregnancy
l Reduce maternal mortality due to ectopic pregnancy and apply anti-shock measures properly
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course, the student will be able to:
l Define, know the incidence of, and list the causes of ectopic pregnancy
l List the main symptoms, signs, and differential diagnosis (DD) of ectopic pregnancy
l State available methods for management
l List anti-shock measures
CONTENT
l Definition of ectopic pregnancy and its incidence
l Risk factors for ectopic pregnancy
l Pathology of ectopic pregnancy
l Different clinical presentations of ectopic pregnancy
l Main symptoms and signs of ectopic pregnancy
l Special investigation of suspected ectopic pregnancy
l Management of ectopic pregnancy
