Comparison of management regimens following ultrasound diagnosis of nontubal ectopic pregnancies: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract

Objective: To review management options for nontubal ectopic pregnancies. Design: Retrospective cohort study. Setting: Tertiary hospital in Melbourne, Australia. Population: A total of 100 nontubal pregnancies: 1 abdominal, 32 caesarean scar, 14 cervical, 41 cornual–interstitial, 12 ovarian. Methods: Cases were classified according to ectopic site. Management categories were medical, surgical, combination or expectant. Use of minimally invasive approaches (ultrasound-guided intra-sac injections or selective surgical techniques) was identified. Primary management was considered to be successful if no further unplanned interventions were required. Main outcome measures: Success of primary mana..