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Ayenew A. Prevalence and determinants of ectopic pregnancy in Ethiopia: Systematic review and meta-analysis. JOURNAL OF ENDOMETRIOSIS AND PELVIC PAIN DISORDERS 2022. [DOI: 10.1177/22840265211062010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background: Ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening obstetric emergency, and is a major health problem for women of fertile age. Therefore, the aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to estimate the prevalence, determinant factors, and outcomes of ectopic pregnancy among fertile age women in Ethiopia. Method: International databases (MEDLINE/Pub Med, Hinari, Scopus, Google scholar, African journals, and literatures were searched and nine eligible cross sectional and two case control studies were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis. Eggers test and funnel plot were computed to check publication bias across the studies. Publication bias was computed using a funnel plot and eggers test. Heterogeneity of the studies was checked using Cochrane Q-test and I2 statistic. Results: The pooled prevalence of ectopic pregnancy in Ethiopia was 3.61% (95%CI: 2.24–4.98, I2 = 89.2.0%, p < 0.001). Having cesarean section scar (AOR = 7.44, 95%CI: 5.48–10.09), single marital status (AOR = 5.71, 95%CI: 4.76–6.85), history of sexually transmitted infection (AOR = 4.68, 95%CI: 3.04–7.19), history of abortion (AOR = 3.89, 95%CI: 3.35–4.52), history of ectopic pregnancy (AOR = 5.74, 95%CI: 3.81–8.65), and emergency contraceptive use (AOR = 8.72, 95%CI: 2.90–26.20) were the determinant factors for the occurrence of ectopic pregnancy. Conclusion: This systematic review and meta-analysis showed that the prevalence of ectopic pregnancy was high in Ethiopia. Thus, educating women to limit the number of sexual partners, smoking cessation, using a condom during sex helps prevent sexually transmitted infections and the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease is crucial.
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- Asteray Ayenew
- Midwifery Department, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
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Duncan CI, Reynolds-Wright JJ, Cameron ST. Utility of a routine ultrasound for detection of ectopic pregnancies among women requesting abortion: a retrospective review. BMJ SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH 2022; 48:22-27. [PMID: 33376099 PMCID: PMC8762027 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsrh-2020-200888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2020] [Revised: 12/05/2020] [Accepted: 12/07/2020] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Routine ultrasound may be used in abortion services to determine gestational age and confirm an intrauterine pregnancy. However, ultrasound adds complexity to care and results may be inconclusive, delaying abortion. We sought to determine the rate of ectopic pregnancy and the utility of routine ultrasound in its detection, in a community abortion service. METHODS Retrospective case record review of women requesting abortion over a 5-year period (2015-2019) with an outcome of ectopic pregnancy or pregnancy of unknown location (PUL) at a service (Edinburgh, UK) conducting routine ultrasound on all women. Records were searched for symptoms at presentation, development of symptoms during clinical care, significant risk factors and routine ultrasound findings. RESULTS Only 29/11 381 women (0.25%, 95% CI 0.18%, 0.33%) had an ectopic pregnancy or PUL (tubal=18, caesarean scar=1, heterotopic=1, PUL=9). Eleven (38%) cases had either symptoms at presentation (n=8) and/or significant risk factors for ectopic pregnancy (n=4). A further 12 women developed symptoms during their clinical care. Of the remaining six, three were PUL treated with methotrexate and three were ectopic (salpingectomy=2, methotrexate=1). In three cases, the baseline ultrasound indicated a probable early intrauterine pregnancy. CONCLUSIONS Ectopic pregnancies are uncommon among women presenting for abortion. The value of routine ultrasound in excluding ectopic pregnancy in symptom-free women without significant risk factors is questionable as it may aid detection of some cases but may provide false reassurance that a pregnancy is intrauterine.
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- Clara I Duncan
- The Medical School, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Queen's Medical Research Institute, MRC Centre for Reproductive Health, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- NHS Lothian, Chalmers Centre, Edinburgh, UK
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- Queen's Medical Research Institute, MRC Centre for Reproductive Health, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- NHS Lothian, Chalmers Centre, Edinburgh, UK
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Grigoriu C, Bohiltea R, Mihai B, Zugravu C, Furtunescu F, Georgescu T, Munteanu D. Success rate of methotrexate in the conservative treatment of tubal ectopic pregnancies. Exp Ther Med 2021; 23:150. [DOI: 10.3892/etm.2021.11073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 07/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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- Corina Grigoriu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, ‘Carol Davila’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, ‘Carol Davila’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Emergency Hospital Bucharest, 050098 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Nutrition, ‘Carol Davila’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050463 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Public Health and Management, Faculty of Medicine, ‘Carol Davila’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050463 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Pathology, ‘Carol Davila’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050463 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Medical Expertise and Work Capacity Recovery, National Institute of Medical Expertise and Work Capacity Recovery, 050653 Bucharest, Romania
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Chen S, Chen XF, Qiu P, Huang YX, Deng GP, Gao J. Association Between White Blood Cells at Baseline and Treatment Failure of MTX for Ectopic Pregnancy. Front Med (Lausanne) 2021; 8:722963. [PMID: 34568378 PMCID: PMC8460899 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2021.722963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate white blood cell (WBC) count as a risk factor related to methotrexate (MTX) treatment failure in patients with ectopic pregnancy (EP). Methods: A total of 236 women diagnosed with EP and treated with a single dose of MTX were included. The exposure variable was WBC count at baseline, and the outcome was MTX treatment outcome. Both a multivariate binary logistics regression model and subgroup analysis were performed to evaluate the association between WBC and MTX non-response. Results: WBC count was associated with the risk of treatment failure, and the odds ratio (OR) in different multivariate models was stable [minimally adjusted model: OR 1.2, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.0–1.3, p = 0.008; fully adjusted model: OR 1.2, 95% CI: 1.0–1.4, p = 0.026]. For WBCs in group T3 (>8.9 × 109/L), the association between WBC count and treatment failure was significant (minimally adjusted model: OR: 2.0, 95% CI: 1.0–3.8, p = 0.050; fully adjusted model: OR: 2.2, 95% CI: 1.1–5.6, p = 0.034). Subgroup analysis showed that in participants with regular menstruation (OR 1.1, 95% CI: 1.0–1.3), WBC count was significantly different from irregular menstruation (OR 1.8, 95% CI: 1.2–2.8); p for interaction was 0.031. Conclusions: We found a reliable and non-linear relationship between WBC count and MTX treatment failure for EP.
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- Si Chen
- The First Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gynecology, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gynecology, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gynecology, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gynecology, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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Rueangket P, Rittiluechai K. Predictive Analytic Model for Diagnosis of Ectopic Pregnancy. Front Med (Lausanne) 2021; 8:646258. [PMID: 33996854 PMCID: PMC8116548 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2021.646258] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2020] [Accepted: 02/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Objective: Ectopic pregnancy (EP) is a serious condition. Delayed diagnosis could lead to life-threatening outcomes. The study aimed to develop a diagnostic predictive model for EP to approach suspected cases with prompt intervention before the rupture occurred. Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study enrolled 347 pregnant women presenting first-trimester complications (abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding) with diagnosis suspected of pregnancy of unknown location, who were eligible and underwent chart review. The data including clinical risk factors, signs and symptoms, serum human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), and ultrasound findings were analyzed. The statistical predictive score was developed by performing logistic regression analysis. The testing data of 30 patients were performed to test the validation of predictive scoring. Results: From a total of 22 factors, logistic regression method-derived scoring model was based on five potent factors (history of pelvic inflammatory disease, current use of emergency pills, cervical motion tenderness, serum hCG ≥1,000 mIU/ml, and ultrasound finding of adnexal mass) using a cutoff score ≥3. This predictive index score was able to determine ectopic pregnancy with an accuracy of 77.8% [95% confidence interval (CI) = 73.1-82.1], specificity of 91.0% (95% CI = 62.1-72.0), sensitivity of 67.0% (95% CI = 88.0-94.0), and area under the curve of 0.906 (95% CI = 0.875-0.937). In the validation group, no patient with negative result of this score had an EP. Conclusion: Statistical predictive score was derived with high accuracy and applicable performance for EP diagnosis. This score could be used to support clinical decision making in routine practice for management of EP.
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- Ploywarong Rueangket
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Phramongkutklao Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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Murtinger M, Wirleitner B, Schuff M, Damko AR, Vanderzwalmen P, Stecher A, Spitzer D. Suboptimal endometrial-embryonal synchronization is a risk factor for ectopic pregnancy in assisted reproduction techniques. Reprod Biomed Online 2020; 41:254-262. [PMID: 32540431 DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2020.03.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2019] [Revised: 03/12/2020] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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RESEARCH QUESTION What are the main risk factors associated with ectopic pregnancy and what is the true incidence of ectopic pregnancies in an IVF programme? DESIGN Retrospective single-centre study of 12,429 blastocyst transfers (8182 fresh and 4247 frozen embryo transfers) conducted between January 2010 and December 2017. IVF outcome was analysed, and ectopic pregnancy risk evaluated according to patient's characteristics and assisted reproductive technology treatment factors. RESULTS Of 5061 patients reporting a positive pregnancy test, 43 were diagnosed with ectopic pregnancy (0.85%). Neither female age (36.7 versus 35.8 years), body mass index, quality of transfer nor stimulation protocol affected the ectopic pregnancy rate, but history of previous ectopic pregnancy (OR 3.26; P = 0.0080), tubal surgery, or both (OR 6.20; P < 0.0001) did. The incidence of ectopic pregnancy was increased in women with uterine malformations (OR 3.85; P = 0.0052), uterine pathologies (OR 5.35; P = 0.0001), uterine surgeries (OR 2.29; P = 0.0154) or sub-optimal endometrial build-up (OR 4.46 to 5.31; P < 0.0001). Transfer of slow-developing blastocysts (expressed by expansion) significantly increased the risk of ectopic pregnancy (OR 2.59; P = 0.0102). CONCLUSIONS Unfavourable uterine environment, including uterine pathologies, uterine or tubal surgery and suboptimal endometrial build-up were related to ectopic pregnancy. Low expansion grade of blastocysts was identified as an additional putative risk factor for ectopic pregnancy, indicating the importance of proper embryonal-maternal synchronization. The overall ectopic pregnancy rate after blastocyst transfer was low, comparable with reported ectopic pregnancy rates in spontaneous conceptions. Proper evaluation of tubal and uterine pathologies, optimizing endometrial preparation and the transfer of expanded blastocysts in a frozen embryo transfer cycle, might be beneficial.
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- Maximilian Murtinger
- NEXTCLINIC IVF Zentren Prof. Zech - Bregenz, Roemerstrasse 2, Bregenz 6900, Austria.
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- NEXTCLINIC IVF Zentren Prof. Zech - Bregenz, Roemerstrasse 2, Bregenz 6900, Austria
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- NEXTCLINIC IVF Zentren Prof. Zech - Bregenz, Roemerstrasse 2, Bregenz 6900, Austria
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- NEXTCLINIC IVF Zentren Prof. Zech - Bregenz, Roemerstrasse 2, Bregenz 6900, Austria
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- NEXTCLINIC IVF Zentren Prof. Zech - Bregenz, Roemerstrasse 2, Bregenz 6900, Austria; Centre Hospitalier Inter Régional Edith Cavell (CHIREC), Braine-l'Alleud, Bruxelles, Belgium
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- NEXTCLINIC IVF Zentren Prof. Zech - Bregenz, Roemerstrasse 2, Bregenz 6900, Austria
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- IVF Zentren Prof. Zech -Salzburg - Member of NEXTCLINICS, Innsbrucker Bundesstrasse 35, Salzburg 5020, Austria
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Schwarz TF, Huang LM, Valencia A, Panzer F, Chiu CH, Decreux A, Poncelet S, Karkada N, Folschweiller N, Lin L, Dubin G, Struyf F. A ten-year study of immunogenicity and safety of the AS04-HPV-16/18 vaccine in adolescent girls aged 10-14 years. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2019; 15:1970-1979. [PMID: 31268383 PMCID: PMC6746471 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2019.1625644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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This study assessed long-term immunogenicity and safety following 3 doses of AS04-adjuvanted human papillomavirus (HPV)-16/18 L1 virus-like particle (VLP) vaccine in females 10–14 years old. Girls included in the immunogenicity subset in the primary controlled, observer-blinded, randomized study (NCT00196924) who received 3 doses were invited for a 10-year follow-up (NCT00316706 and NCT00877877). Serum antibody responses against HPV-16/18 (vaccine types) and HPV-31/45 (non-vaccine types) were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) using type-specific VLP as coating antigens. Serious adverse events (SAEs) and pregnancy information were recorded. At Month (M) 120, all subjects (N = 418, according-to-protocol immunogenicity cohort) were seropositive for anti-HPV-16/18 antibodies. Geometric mean titers (GMTs) were 1589.9 ELISA Units [EU]/mL (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1459.8–1731.6) for anti-HPV-16 and 597.2 EU/mL (95% CI: 541.7–658.5) for anti-HPV-18 in subjects seronegative at baseline for the type analyzed. Post hoc mathematical modeling predicted a durability ≥50 years for anti-HPV-16 and anti-HPV-18. For the non-vaccine humoral type response, all initially seronegative subjects had seroconverted at M7, with anti-HPV-31 GMT of 2030.5 EU/mL (95% CI: 1766.2–2334.4) and anti-HPV-45 GMT of 2300.8 EU/mL (95% CI: 2036.8–2599.0). At M120, 87.7% and 85.1% remained seropositive for anti-HPV-31 with GMT of 242.9 EU/mL (95% CI: 201.4–293.0) and anti-HPV-45 with GMT of 204.7 EU/mL (95% CI: 170.0–246.6). During the 10-year follow-up, no SAEs or abnormal pregnancy outcomes were causally related to vaccination. Three doses of the AS04-HPV-16/18 vaccine induced high and sustained antibody response against HPV-16,18,31 and 45 in girls aged 10–14 years during the 10-year follow-up, with an acceptable long-term safety profile.
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- Tino F Schwarz
- a Institute of Laboratory Medicine and Vaccination Centre, Klinikum Würzburg Mitte, Standort Juliusspital , Würzburg , Germany
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- b Department of Pediatrics, National Taiwan University Hospital , Taipei , Taiwan
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- c Department of Pediatrics, Fundación de Santa Fe de Bogotá , Bogota , Colombia
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- d Practice for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine , Mannheim , Germany
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- e Department of Pediatrics, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University College of Medicine , Taoyuan , Taiwan
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- f GSK , Wavre/Rixensart , Belgium
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- g GSK , King of Prussia , PA , USA.,h Takeda Pharmaceuticals , Glattpark-Opfikon, Zurich , Switzerland
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Sabatina IA, Shah JV, Gothard D, Ballas DA. Simulation-based Training in Ectopic Pregnancy and Salpingostomy. Cureus 2019; 11:e5116. [PMID: 31523547 PMCID: PMC6741363 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.5116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Objective Ectopic pregnancy leads to approximately 3% of deaths in pregnancy. Surgical management is indicated when patients are hemodynamically unstable or have signs of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy. Salpingectomy is more commonly performed, but salpingostomy is preferred in a patient with prior salpingectomy with a desire for future pregnancy. Due to the lack of exposure, salpingostomy is not frequently performed and most residents do not feel adequately trained. Our goal was to provide a hands-on simulation about ectopic pregnancy and salpingostomy in hopes that the simulation will improve the resident's confidence and knowledge in recognizing an ectopic pregnancy, identifying an appropriate candidate for surgical management, and performing a salpingostomy. Methods The educational initiative was aimed towards postgraduate year (PGY) 1-4 OB/GYN residents (n=11). Knowledge and confidence questionnaires were given to participants prior to and post-simulation. A gynecologic mannequin was modified by taking the existing pelvic organs and creating a tubal pregnancy. In the first part of the simulation, a hemodynamically unstable patient presented with lab and imaging findings consistent with an ectopic pregnancy. Once recognized and the decision made for surgical intervention, participants were transferred to a simulated operating room where they performed salpingostomy or salpingectomy on the mannequin. The simulation was followed by a debriefing session to discuss the actions and thought processes of participants, provide reflection, and incorporate improvement opportunities for future cases. Finally, participants engaged in a didactic lecture where they were educated about the incidence, presentation, and management of tubal ectopic pregnancy. Results Analysis of the knowledge questionnaires showed the median score pre- and post-intervention was 9 and 12, respectively, with a median change of 3 (p=0.001). The median confidence value pre- and post-intervention were 28 and 42, respectively, with a median value change of 12 (p<0.001). Conclusion Our intervention improved residents' confidence and knowledge in recognizing an ectopic pregnancy, identifying an appropriate candidate for surgical management, and performing a salpingostomy.
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- Isabella A Sabatina
- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), Akron, USA
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Summa Health System, Akron, USA
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Summa Health System, Akron, USA
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Akram Z, Jalali S, Kalsoom O, Batool S, Shami SA. A study on the effects of arsenic toxicity on oviduct histomorphology in the female rat. J Histotechnol 2018. [DOI: 10.1080/01478885.2018.1484330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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- Zertashia Akram
- Department of Biosciences, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Animal Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Hazara University, Mansehra, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
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- Department of Animal Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
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Delayed Detection of Spontaneous Bilateral Tubal Ectopic Pregnancies After Methotrexate Treatment. J Emerg Med 2017; 53:563-567. [PMID: 28899594 DOI: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2017.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2016] [Revised: 02/01/2017] [Accepted: 06/28/2017] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Bilateral tubal ectopic pregnancies are a rare subset of ectopic pregnancy that can pose a diagnostic dilemma for clinicians. There is no distinct clinical presentation for bilateral tubal ectopic pregnancies, although they are typically associated with assistive reproductive techniques. In addition, there is no single diagnostic feature to help clinicians delineate bilateral tubal ectopic pregnancies from other types of ectopic pregnancy prior to passing the discriminatory zone (such as heterotopic pregnancy or twin ectopic [two gestational sacs in one tube]). Diagnosis is typically made via direct visualization intraoperatively and therefore treatment is usually surgical. CASE REPORT We present a case of spontaneous bilateral tubal ectopic pregnancies diagnosed 7 days apart via transvaginal ultrasound. The patient presented to the emergency department with pelvic pain on the contralateral side of her previously diagnosed ectopic pregnancy and vaginal spotting. Bilateral adnexal masses were visualized on ultrasound and her serum beta-human chorionic gonadotropin level had a 5.9% decline from day 4 to day 7 after methotrexate administration 7 days prior; gynecology was consulted. The patient was successfully treated with an additional dose of intramuscular methotrexate without any complications. WHY SHOULD AN EMERGENCY PHYSICIAN BE AWARE OF THIS?: The implications of this case suggest that diagnosis of bilateral tubal ectopic pregnancies requires clinicians to have a high level of suspicion in any pregnant female with a suspected or known ectopic pregnancy who presents with pelvic pain regardless of prior diagnosis or treatment.
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Ultrasound for patients in a high HIV/tuberculosis prevalence setting: a needs assessment and review of focused applications for Sub-Saharan Africa. Int J Infect Dis 2016; 56:229-236. [PMID: 27836795 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2016.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2016] [Revised: 10/29/2016] [Accepted: 11/01/2016] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Ultrasound is increasingly used in point-of-care applications and has great potential to support the diagnosis of infectious diseases, especially in resource-limited settings. A cross-sectional study was performed involving 100 Malawian patients with a clinical indication for ultrasound. Furthermore, the literature on point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in Sub-Saharan Africa was reviewed to establish its applicability, most frequent indications, findings, and implications for treatment, and therefore relevance in POCUS curricula, with a main focus on infectious diseases. In Malawi, the main indications for ultrasound were weight loss, abdominal pain, and shortness of breath. Abnormal findings were observed in 77% of patients, the most common being enlarged abdominal lymph nodes (n=17), pericardial effusion (n=15), splenic microabscesses (n=15), and pleural effusion (n=14). POCUS led to a change in treatment in 72% of patients. The literature on the various POCUS applications used in Malawi was reviewed, including focused assessment with sonography for HIV-associated TB (FASH), heart, liver, kidney, deep venous thrombosis (DVT), and gynaecology. Based on disease prevalence, impact of POCUS on treatment, and technical difficulty, it is proposed that FASH, heart, and DVT are the most relevant POCUS applications in comparable Sub-Saharan African settings and should be incorporated in POCUS curricula.
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Balasubramaniam ES, Van Noorden S, El-Bahrawy M. The expression of interleukin (IL)-6, IL-8, and their receptors in fallopian tubes with ectopic tubal gestation. Fertil Steril 2012; 98:898-904. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2012] [Revised: 05/20/2012] [Accepted: 06/05/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Shao R, Weijdegård B, Fernandez-Rodriguez J, Egecioglu E, Zhu C, Andersson N, Thurin-Kjellberg A, Bergh C, Billig H. Ciliated epithelial-specific and regional-specific expression and regulation of the estrogen receptor-beta2 in the fallopian tubes of immature rats: a possible mechanism for estrogen-mediated transport process in vivo. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab 2007; 293:E147-58. [PMID: 17374697 DOI: 10.1152/ajpendo.00101.2007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Several ERbeta isoforms have been identified in human and rodent tissues, but it is unclear whether each isoform has distinctly different cellular targeting characteristics and physiological functions. We have investigated the intracellular localization and regulatory patterns for ERbeta isoforms in rat fallopian tubes. Western blot analysis reveals that two ERbeta isoforms corresponding to ERbeta1 and ERbeta2 are expressed in rat fallopian tubes. However, ERbeta2 is the predominant form of ERbeta in this tissue. High-resolution confocal imaging and immunohistochemical analysis provide ample evidence that ERbeta expression is limited almost exclusively to the ciliated epithelial cells, in contrast to ERalpha, which is widely distributed. Furthermore, within the ciliated epithelial cells, ERbeta is colocalized with beta-tubulin IV at stem portion of the cilia. We show that ERbeta2 protein expression is tightly regulated by E(2) or DPN in a time-dependent manner without changes in ERbeta1 expression. These estrogenic effects are inhibited by an ER antagonist, ICI 182,780. In addition, significant alteration of ERbeta immunoreactivity is detected only histologically in the ampullary region. Since the cilia are considered an essential determinant of tubal transport, we further demonstrate that E(2)- or DPN-induced ERbeta2 activation is associated with alterations in tubal protein expression crucial for the regulation of calcium-dependent ciliary beating. Given the coordinated regulation and interaction of ER and progesterone receptor in the cilia, we hypothesize that tubal ERbeta2 may facilitate the estrogen-mediated transport process by processing protein-protein interaction under physiological and/or pathological conditions. We show for the first time that a previously unrecognized localization of ERbeta isoform in rat fallopian tubes can combine with estrogen to individually control the expression of ER beta-isoforms in normal target tissues.
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- Ruijin Shao
- Instiute of Neuroscience and Physiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at Gothenburg University, SE-41390 Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Mollen CJ, Pletcher J, Lavelle J. Emergency department diagnosis and management of teen pregnancy. CLINICAL PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY MEDICINE 2003. [DOI: 10.1016/s1522-8401(03)80007-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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