Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis & Treatment

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus — most commonly in the fallopian tube (tubal pregnancy). This is a potentially life-threatening condition that requires prompt medical attention.

Dr. Ankita Ingale is experienced in the early diagnosis and management of ectopic pregnancies at her clinics in **Hadapsar and Keshav Nagar, Pune**. Early detection is key to preserving fertility and preventing complications.

Warning signs of ectopic pregnancy include:

• Sharp, stabbing pain on one side of the pelvis or abdomen.
• Vaginal bleeding — lighter or heavier than a normal period.
• Shoulder tip pain — a sign of internal bleeding.
• Dizziness or fainting — indicating possible ruptured ectopic.
• Missed period with a positive pregnancy test followed by pain.

If you experience any of these symptoms, seek **immediate medical attention**. Patients from **Kharadi, Mundhwa, and Magarpatta** can reach our Hadapsar clinic quickly for emergency evaluation.

**Diagnosis:** - Transvaginal ultrasound to locate the pregnancy. - Serial beta-hCG blood tests to monitor hormone levels. - Clinical examination by the gynaecologist.

**Treatment Options:**

**1. Medical Management (Methotrexate):** For early, unruptured ectopic pregnancies, a single injection of Methotrexate can dissolve the ectopic tissue. Requires monitoring with repeat blood tests.

**2. Laparoscopic Surgery:** Minimally invasive surgery to remove the ectopic pregnancy while preserving the fallopian tube when possible (salpingostomy) or removing the affected tube (salpingectomy).

**3. Emergency Surgery:** If the ectopic has ruptured, emergency laparoscopic or open surgery is performed to stop internal bleeding.

Many women go on to have successful pregnancies after an ectopic. Dr. Ankita provides:

• Fertility counseling post-treatment.
• Tubal patency assessment to evaluate the remaining tube.
• Early pregnancy monitoring in subsequent pregnancies with serial ultrasounds and hCG tests.
• IVF referral if both tubes are damaged.

Women from **Wadgaon Sheri, Kalyani Nagar, and Eastern Pune** trust Dr. Ankita for her expertise in preserving fertility after ectopic pregnancy.