In what situations are women more prone to ectopic pregnancy?
Under normal circumstances, the fertilized egg moves from the fallopian tube to the uterine cavity, then settles down and gradually develops into a fetus. However, due to various reasons, the fertilized egg encounters problems during its migration, fails to reach the uterus, and instead stays elsewhere, resulting in an ectopic pregnancy, or medically termed as "extrauterine pregnancy," which is a type of abnormal pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy not only affects fetal development but also seriously impacts the physical and mental health of women; in severe cases, it can even threaten the life of the woman.
So, under what conditions are women more prone to ectopic pregnancy?
Gynecological experts explain: There are many causes of ectopic pregnancy, including repeated abortions, history of ectopic pregnancy, chronic salpingitis, underdeveloped fallopian tubes, external wandering of the fertilized egg, and displacement of the fallopian tubes, all of which can lead to the occurrence of ectopic pregnancy.
The following situations can easily lead to ectopic pregnancy in women:
[1] Underdevelopment or malformation of the fallopian tubes, endometriosis, and re-canalization after tubal ligation, these factors obstruct the movement of the fertilized egg, causing it to stay within the fallopian tube, implanting there and developing.
[2] Compression or traction caused by pelvic tumors, leading to displacement or deformation of the fallopian tubes, which hinders the passage of the fertilized egg.
[3] Chronic salpingitis: Inflammation leads to adhesions in the fallopian tube lining, narrowing the tube's lumen and reducing the peristalsis of the tube walls, allowing the ovum to enter the fallopian tube for fertilization but preventing the fertilized egg from returning to the uterine cavity.
Experts warn: Ectopic pregnancy is a dangerous acute abdominal condition in gynecology that requires high vigilance. If symptoms such as missed period, abdominal pain accompanied by vaginal bleeding occur, immediate medical examination and diagnosis should be sought. Timely rescue measures should be taken before the ambulance arrives, including lying down with the head lower than the feet to maintain calmness, prevent bleeding, and use blankets or similar items to keep warm to reduce or prevent intra-abdominal bleeding and avoid serious consequences due to excessive bleeding.
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