Volume : V, Issue : V, May - 2016

A crosssectional study on various risk factors associated with Ectopic pregnancy

Thamilkothai R, Gomathi M

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 In developing countries, ectopic pregnancy remains an important cause of first trimester maternal morbidity and mortality. Studies have highlighted that the awareness of risk factors associated with ectopic gestation helps in identifying the cases early. Main risk factor is the prior tubal damage due to any cause. Chlamydial infection was found to be the risk factor for 30 – 50% of all ectopic gestation. Since, ectopic pregnancy is an important health problem among the reproductive age group women, the study was aimed to determine the clinical profile of the patients as well as the risk factors so as to make recommendations in order to reduce the incidence of this life threatening event. The study was carried out in ectopic pregnancy cases who attended Obstetrics and Gynecology department for a period of two years from July 2012 to June 2014.Face to face interviews were conducted using data collection tool. All data were collected on a structural data form and analyzed. A total of 138 patients were recruited, of which 124 patients who underwent laparotomy were found to be having ectopic pregnancy. Previous LSCS was the most common risk factor followed by previous tubal surgeries, abortions and pelvic inflammatory disease. Early diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy helps to reduce the incidence of rupture. So, the physician can provide conservative medical and surgical treatments.

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Thamilkothai R, Gomathi M A crosssectional study on various risk factors associated with Ectopic pregnancy International Journal of Scientific Research, Vol : 5, Issue : 5 MAY 2016

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