Fetus or newborn affected by ectopic pregnancy

Definition

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a pregnancy begins outside of the uterus. The most common site is within one of the fallopian tubes, although in rare cases, ectopic pregnancies can occur in the stomach region, cervix, or ovary. It is often caused by a condition that slows or blocks the movement of a fertilised egg through the fallopian tube to the uterus. Ectopic pregnancies cannot continue to term and the developing cells must be removed to prevent rupture of the ectopic area, which can lead to shock and danger the life of the mother.

Inclusions

• Abdominal pregnancy affecting fetus or newborn

Also indexed as

Nearby in Fetus or newborn affected by maternal complications of pregnancy

• KA01.0Fetus or newborn affected by incompetence of cervix uteri
• KA01.1Fetus or newborn affected by premature rupture of membranes
• KA01.2Fetus or newborn affected by oligohydramnios
• KA01.3Fetus or newborn affected by polyhydramnios
• KA01.5Fetus or newborn affected by multiple pregnancy
• KA01.6Fetus or newborn affected by maternal death
• KA01.7Fetus or newborn affected by malpresentation before labour
• KA01.8Fetus or newborn affected by maternal blood loss