Caesarean section scar ectopic pregnancy following postcoital contraception

J Fam Plann Reprod Health Care. 2002 Jul;28(3):155-6. doi: 10.1783/147118902101196333.

Abstract

This is believed to be the first reported case of an ectopic pregnancy following failed progestogen-only emergency contraception. The ectopic pregnancy was at the site of a previous caesarean section scar and was managed conservatively.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cesarean Section / adverse effects*
  • Cicatrix / complications*
  • Contraceptives, Postcoital / administration & dosage*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy, Ectopic / etiology*
  • Progesterone / administration & dosage*
  • Treatment Failure

Substances

  • Contraceptives, Postcoital
  • Progesterone