Medical Treatment for Ectopic Pregnancy during the COVID-19 Pandemic - Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia
Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia. 2020;42(12):849-850
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The incidence of ectopic pregnancy is 2%, and during the COVID-19 pandemic, it became a challenge for obstetricians. Ectopic pregnancy is the main cause of mortality in the first trimester of gestation. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatment should be performed to avoid morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis is not common because pregnant women hesitate to seek medical assistance. Therefore, social isolation could postpone the diagnosis. To avoid this and encourage consultation, pregnant women should be informed of the risk factors for ectopic pregnancy, such as previous ectopic pregnancy, history of salpingitis, infertility, and others. On the other hand, patients with no risk factors should see a physician in case of first trimester bleeding.
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Dear Editor,
The incidence of ectopic pregnancy is 2%, and during the COVID-19 pandemic, it became a challenge for obstetricians. Ectopic pregnancy is the main cause of mortality in the first trimester of gestation. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatment should be performed to avoid morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis is not common because pregnant women hesitate to seek medical assistance. Therefore, social isolation could postpone the diagnosis. To avoid this and encourage consultation, pregnant women should be informed of the risk factors for ectopic pregnancy, such as previous ectopic pregnancy, history of salpingitis, infertility, and others. On the other hand, patients with no risk factors should see a physician in case of first trimester bleeding.
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