Ultrasonographic Findings of Abdominal Ectopic Pregnancy After In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer: A Case Report
This case study presents the diagnosis and management of an abdominal ectopic pregnancy following in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF-ET). The patient initially experienced atypical symptoms. Elevated serum β-hCG levels and comprehensive imaging eventually confirmed the diagnosis of abdominal ectopic pregnancy. Timely laparoscopic surgery was performed, effectively managing this rare and potentially life-threatening condition. This case underscores the importance of thorough follow-up and advanced imaging techniques in the early detection and treatment of ectopic pregnancies, particularly in the context of assisted reproductive technologies.
Authors
- Jinshuang Song (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8448-5858)
- Ye Xu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6406-7832)
- Jinghua Liu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2358-2600)
Institutions
- Longgang Central Hospital (CN)
- Shenzhen Maternity and Child Healthcare Hospital (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Clinical Ultrasound
- Published
- 2025-02-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/jcu.23933
- Primary Topic
- Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00