Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy and laparoscopy: a rendezvous

Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2023;12(8):2571-2574.DOI10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20232314

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Abstract

Caesarean scar pregnancy (CSP) is defined as an implantation of pregnancy in a fibrous tissue scar of a previous caesarean section, one of the rarest forms of ectopic pregnancy which can be life threatening. The incidence of CSP is steadily rising in view of increasing caesarean section rates. A very high index of clinical suspicion is required for the diagnosis and further management. As with other ectopic pregnancies, caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy pose a greater risk for maternal haemorrhage and ultimately maternal mortality. Through this case report, we demonstrated the laparoscopic management of a CSP.

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  1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, AIIMS, Kalyani, West Bengal, India
  2. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, District Hospital, Howrah, West Bengal, India

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