Ectopic pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common location for ECTOPIC PREGNANCY?
A
Ampulla of the Fallopian Tube
2
Q
When should you suspect that there may be an ECTOPIC PREGNANCY in the patient’s midst?
A
If lab tests shows: B-hCG < 1500, and absence of gestational sac in transvaginal usg.
If lab tests show: B-hCG 2-3000 and THicK endometrium + absence of gestational sac in transvaginal usg, you can be SURE(?) there is an ectopic pregnancy
3
Q
A bit confusing here, but what values of B-hCG are necessary for view of gestation sac in transABDOMINAL usg?
A
Ah, I see, thats the point, its not
transvaginal…
Anyhow, B-hCG: 5-6000
4
Q
What is difx for BhCG levels < 1500 + absence of gestational sac
A
- Miscarriage
2. ectopic pregnancy