What Is an Ectopic Pregnancy?
Updated February 03, 2015.
Definition:
An abnormal pregnancy, where the embryo implants itself outside the uterus, typically in the fallopian tube.
An ectopic pregnancy can be life threatening and must be treated by a doctor right away. An ectopic pregnancy may be treated with medication or with laparoscopic surgery.
Also Known As: tubal pregnancy
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