The non-surgical management of ectopic pregnancy

Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2006 Jan;27(1):91-100. doi: 10.1002/uog.2602.

Abstract

Ectopic pregnancy can now be detected at earlier gestations in asymptomatic women. As a consequence conservative treatment strategies may be more appropriate than surgical intervention. This review aims to discuss the diagnosis and the non-surgical management options for ectopic pregnancy, in particular expectant management and the use of methotrexate.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abortifacient Agents, Nonsteroidal / administration & dosage
  • Early Diagnosis
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Methotrexate / administration & dosage
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy, Ectopic / diagnosis
  • Pregnancy, Ectopic / therapy*
  • Prenatal Care / methods*
  • Ultrasonography, Prenatal / methods

Substances

  • Abortifacient Agents, Nonsteroidal
  • Methotrexate