An ectopic pregnancy is a rare condition in which a fertilized egg gets implanted outside a woman’s uterus. Typically, this implantation occurs in the fallopian tube, causing a risk of rupture that can threaten the woman’s life. While pregnancy marks the start of an exciting journey for most people, an ectopic pregnancy can be an agonizing experience for those who face it. Ectopic pregnancy treatment from an experienced obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) can help a person navigate this distressing situation and safeguard their health. Let’s discuss the available treatment options to deal with an ectopic pregnancy.

• Expectant Management: If patients have minimal symptoms and a very small ectopic pregnancy with a diameter of 4 cm or less, doctors may opt for expectant management. This option focuses on monitoring the patient’s condition with regular checkups and blood tests while waiting for the pregnancy to dissolve. However, in case any complications arise, the doctors opt for further treatment.
• Medication: Early ectopic pregnancies with few complications are often dissolved with the help of methotrexate injections. Doctors carefully diagnose and monitor the patient before administering this medication to dissolve the ectopic cells.
• Surgeries: Doctors may opt for laparoscopic surgeries to remove the ectopic tissue. Sometimes, women with heavy bleeding may require emergency surgeries to prevent further complications or death. Surgeries may lead to the removal of the fallopian tube depending on the level of damage.