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What is the most common condition that is confused with ectopic pregnancy?
What is the most common condition that is confused with ectopic pregnancy?
What is the most common symptom associated with ectopic pregnancy?
What is the most common symptom associated with ectopic pregnancy?
What is the typical rate of increase in hCG levels for a normal intrauterine gestation?
What is the typical rate of increase in hCG levels for a normal intrauterine gestation?
What does a falling, plateauing, or non-predicted slope of hCG levels indicate?
What does a falling, plateauing, or non-predicted slope of hCG levels indicate?
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What imaging technique is used to further localize a pregnancy after initial hCG testing?
What imaging technique is used to further localize a pregnancy after initial hCG testing?
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What does the use of transvaginal ultrasound improve?
What does the use of transvaginal ultrasound improve?
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Which of these clinical signs is NOT typically associated with an ectopic pregnancy?
Which of these clinical signs is NOT typically associated with an ectopic pregnancy?
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What procedure can be used to determine the presence of intraperitoneal hemorrhage when an ectopic pregnancy is suspected?
What procedure can be used to determine the presence of intraperitoneal hemorrhage when an ectopic pregnancy is suspected?
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What is a common symptom associated with torsion of tubal masses?
What is a common symptom associated with torsion of tubal masses?
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What is the primary treatment for torsion of tubal masses?
What is the primary treatment for torsion of tubal masses?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of mittelschmerz?
Which of the following is a characteristic of mittelschmerz?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of uterine cervix or corpus bleeding?
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of uterine cervix or corpus bleeding?
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What is the most likely cause of mittelschmerz?
What is the most likely cause of mittelschmerz?
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What is a key characteristic that distinguishes a ruptured corpus luteum from a ruptured ectopic pregnancy?
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes a ruptured corpus luteum from a ruptured ectopic pregnancy?
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What is the recommended treatment for mittelschmerz?
What is the recommended treatment for mittelschmerz?
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In the absence of vulvar, vaginal, rectal, or bladder bleeding, what could be a possible cause of uterine cervix or corpus bleeding?
In the absence of vulvar, vaginal, rectal, or bladder bleeding, what could be a possible cause of uterine cervix or corpus bleeding?
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Which of the following is TRUE about abnormal genital bleeding (non-pregnancy)?
Which of the following is TRUE about abnormal genital bleeding (non-pregnancy)?
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What is the initial priority in managing trauma-related vaginal bleeding?
What is the initial priority in managing trauma-related vaginal bleeding?
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What is the usual course of treatment for acute rupture of a corpus luteum cyst?
What is the usual course of treatment for acute rupture of a corpus luteum cyst?
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Which of the following scenarios might warrant expectant management (observation) of a suspected corpus luteum rupture?
Which of the following scenarios might warrant expectant management (observation) of a suspected corpus luteum rupture?
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What is the typical approach to managing vaginal bleeding due to trauma?
What is the typical approach to managing vaginal bleeding due to trauma?
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What is the primary goal of treatment for a patient with an unstable ectopic pregnancy?
What is the primary goal of treatment for a patient with an unstable ectopic pregnancy?
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Which of the following is a major risk associated with tubal conservation procedures in ectopic pregnancy?
Which of the following is a major risk associated with tubal conservation procedures in ectopic pregnancy?
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What is the primary mechanism by which methotrexate treats ectopic pregnancy?
What is the primary mechanism by which methotrexate treats ectopic pregnancy?
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What is a common clinical finding in patients with ovarian torsion?
What is a common clinical finding in patients with ovarian torsion?
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Which of the following factors is MOST important for determining eligibility for medical treatment with methotrexate for ectopic pregnancy?
Which of the following factors is MOST important for determining eligibility for medical treatment with methotrexate for ectopic pregnancy?
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What is the primary advantage of laparoscopic surgery over laparotomy for treating ectopic pregnancy?
What is the primary advantage of laparoscopic surgery over laparotomy for treating ectopic pregnancy?
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What is the most common type of surgical procedure used to conserve fertility in cases of ectopic pregnancy?
What is the most common type of surgical procedure used to conserve fertility in cases of ectopic pregnancy?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE about ovarian torsion?
Which of the following statements is TRUE about ovarian torsion?
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Flashcards
Torsion of Tubal Masses
Torsion of Tubal Masses
A condition causing acute pelvic pain due to twisted tubes (hydrosalpinx or pyosalpinx).
Pedunculated Uterine Leiomyomata
Pedunculated Uterine Leiomyomata
Fibroids attached by a stalk that can cause acute unilateral pelvic pain.
Mittelschmerz
Mittelschmerz
Pain occurring mid-cycle due to ovulation, usually unilateral and mild to moderate.
Diagnosis of Mittelschmerz
Diagnosis of Mittelschmerz
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Symptoms of Mittelschmerz
Symptoms of Mittelschmerz
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Treatment for Mittelschmerz
Treatment for Mittelschmerz
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Abnormal Genital Bleeding
Abnormal Genital Bleeding
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Management of Trauma-Induced Bleeding
Management of Trauma-Induced Bleeding
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Cervical motion tenderness
Cervical motion tenderness
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Ectopic pregnancy management
Ectopic pregnancy management
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Operative laparoscopy
Operative laparoscopy
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Tubal conservation procedures
Tubal conservation procedures
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Persistent ectopic pregnancy
Persistent ectopic pregnancy
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Systemic Methotrexate
Systemic Methotrexate
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Ovarian torsion
Ovarian torsion
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Gangrenous necrosis
Gangrenous necrosis
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Hemorrhagic Corpus Luteum
Hemorrhagic Corpus Luteum
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Ruptured Ectopic Pregnancy
Ruptured Ectopic Pregnancy
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Clinical Presentation
Clinical Presentation
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Ultrasonography
Ultrasonography
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Corpus Luteum Cyst Rupture
Corpus Luteum Cyst Rupture
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Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic Pregnancy
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Common Symptoms
Common Symptoms
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Adnexal Mass
Adnexal Mass
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Differential Diagnosis
Differential Diagnosis
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hCG Levels
hCG Levels
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Ultrasound Findings
Ultrasound Findings
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Culdocentesis
Culdocentesis
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PID Confusion
PID Confusion
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Study Notes
Ectopic Pregnancy
- Ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus.
- It can develop in the fallopian tube, abdomen, cervix, ovary, or peritoneal surface.
- Symptoms are variable, but commonly include abdominal pain, amenorrhea, and vaginal bleeding.
- Over 70% of cases have a normal-sized uterus.
- Common symptoms include abdominal pain, adnexal mass, peritoneal irritation, and/or an enlarged uterus.
- Differential diagnoses include acute salpingitis, torsion, gastroenteritis, threatened or incomplete abortion, and endometriosis.
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a common condition confused with ectopic pregnancy, but PID is rare during pregnancy (less than 1%).
- Up to 20% of patients with ectopic pregnancy may have temperatures up to 38°C (100.4°F).
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG)
- In a normal intrauterine pregnancy, hCG levels increase by 66% every 2 days.
- Falling, plateauing, or failing to reach a predicted slope in hCG levels indicates an abnormal pregnancy.
- Serial hCG levels help assess pregnancy viability and determine the optimal time for ultrasound.
- Post-treatment hCG levels are used to assess treatment effectiveness in cases of medical treatment using abortifacients or methotrexate.
Ultrasound
- Real-time ultrasound examination of the pelvis helps locate the pregnancy.
- Findings depend on the gestational age and approach used.
- An interuterine gestational sac can be detected in the fifth week.
- An embryonic/fetal pole may be seen by the sixth week.
- Embryonic motion (heartbeat) may be seen by the seventh week.
- Transvaginal ultrasound has improved diagnosis accuracy and decreased gestational age for diagnosis of an ectopic pregnancy.
Culdocentesis
- Culdocentesis may be used to detect intraperitoneal hemorrhage suspected in ectopic pregnancies.
- Cervical motion tenderness, and cul-de-sac fullness or bulging may accompany significant intraperitoneal hemorrhage.
Treatment
- Management of unstable ectopic pregnancies prioritizes hemodynamic support, oxygen administration, and volume resuscitation.
- Type-specific blood transfusions should be administered as needed.
- Immediate gynecological consultation for surgical management is essential.
- Tubal conservation procedures are more common, increasing the risk of repetitive ectopic pregnancies.
- Treatment of stable patients varies depending on suspicion of ectopic pregnancy and gestational age.
Surgical Treatment
- Operative laparoscopy is the preferred initial treatment for ectopic pregnancies, replacing laparotomy in most cases.
- Laparoscopy reduces morbidity and preserves fertility.
- Tubal conservation procedures (linear salpingectomy or segmental resection) aim to preserve fertility.
- Persistent ectopic pregnancies, or continued trophoblast growth after incomplete removal, occur in 5-20% of tubal operations and may require salpingectomy.
- Systemic methotrexate is a newer treatment option.
Medical Treatment (Systemic Methotrexate)
- Methotrexate inhibits spontaneous synthesis of purines and pyrimidines, interfering with DNA synthesis and cell multiplication.
- Used for unruptured ectopic pregnancies measuring less than 4 cm.
Ovarian Torsion
- Ovarian torsion occurs when the ovary twists on its pedicle, compromising blood supply.
- It is uncommon unless limited enlargement has occurred.
- Symptoms usually include sudden pain, progressive anoxia leading to possible gangrenous necrosis of ovary.
Diagnosis
- Patients often present with acute, severe, unilateral lower abdominal and pelvic pain, frequently with nausea and vomiting.
- Pelvic examination may reveal an adnexal mass.
- Fever, abnormal genital bleeding, and previous intermittent episodes are also possibilities.
Treatment (Ovarian Torsion)
- Laparoscopic treatment, with adnexal conservation or removal, is the preferred approach.
Mittelschmerz
- Mittelschmerz is mid-cycle pain due to follicular fluid irritation of the periovarian visceral peritoneum during ovulation.
- Pain commonly occurs between cycle days 14-16 (28-33 cycle), and is unilateral in location, and has a mild to moderate severity, lasting commonly under 24 hours.
Diagnosis and Treatment (Mittelschmerz)
- No specific diagnostic tests exist.
- Treatment involves analgesics or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents.
- Tracking menstrual cycles is recommended to confirm the timing of ovulation.
Abnormal Genital Bleeding (Non-Pregnancy)
- Trauma, especially to the vulva and vagina, can cause profuse bleeding and hypotension.
- Uterine bleeding that doesn't involve trauma might have causes like invasive cervical carcinoma or cervix erosion/other pathological sources.
- In most cases, initial stabilization with intravenous fluids, a thorough pelvic examination, and potential anesthetics and surgical assistance are required.
Hemorrhagic Corpus Luteum
- The corpus luteum of pregnancy usually persists until the 8th week of gestation, frequently as a palpable 3-4 cm adnexal mass.
- Rupture of this cyst can occur and lead to clinical findings indistinguishable from ectopic pregnancy.
- An intrauterine pregnancy visualization using ultrasound will differentiate between these conditions.
- Corpus luteum cyst ruptures more commonly than ruptured corpus luteum of pregnancy.
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Test your knowledge on ectopic pregnancy, its symptoms, and differential diagnoses. This quiz covers key information about the conditions associated with ectopic pregnancy and the role of hCG in diagnosis. Understand the complexities and related complications that can arise during pregnancy.
