A clinical dilemma for fertility preservation in a woman with unilateral salpingectomy followed by contralateral ruptured ectopic pregnancy. A case report
A patient who refuses salpingectomy after a recurrent ruptured EP faces a dilemma between preserving autonomy and preventing potentially life-threatening complications. A comprehensive approach should include discussions about alternative fertility options, patient education, psychological support, and ensuring that all decisions are fully informed.
Authors
- Hervé Tshikomba Mbuyamba (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9181-9796)
- Constantin Mukeba Mpoyi
- Phillipo Gone
- Emmanuel Mashyaka
- Halima Mbwambo
Institutions
- Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (TZ)
- Muhimbili National Hospital (TZ)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-06-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2025.111507
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.88