Case report. Simultaneous bilateral tubal pregnancy following in-vitro fertilization and embryo transfer

Authors: M Kasum; V Grizelj; V Simunic

Source: Human Reproduction, Volume 13, Number 2, February 1998 , pp. 465-467(3)

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Abstract:

A case of simultaneous bilateral tubal pregnancy resulting from in-vitro fertilization and embryo transfer is presented. Repeated transvaginal ultrasound examinations confirmed an intrauterine sac but no fetus. A diagnosis of early missed abortion was incorrectly made and a curettage was performed. The pathological examination showed the presence of decidua and Arias-Stella phenomenon but no chorionic villi. Diagnostic laparoscopy and laparotomy performed 40 days after embryo transfer (eighth week of gestation), revealed bilateral tubal pregnancy. Bilateral salpingectomy was performed.

Keywords:bilateral tubal pregnancy/ectopic pregnancy/in-vitro fertilization and embryo transfer

Document Type: Research article

Affiliations: 1: Corresponding author

Publication date: 1998-02-01

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