Third trimester abdominal pregnancy presenting as partial small bowel obstruction in a resource-limited setting: a case report

This case highlights the diagnostic complexity of abdominal pregnancy in low-resource environments, especially when presenting with atypical gastrointestinal symptoms. It underscores the importance of high clinical suspicion, detailed ultrasonographic assessment, and multidisciplinary preparedness in achieving favorable maternal outcomes. Early recognition and appropriate surgical intervention remain key to reducing morbidity and mortality in these rare but high-risk pregnancies.

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Journal of Medical Case Reports
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2026-03-09
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-026-05888-1
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Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
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Abstract

This case highlights the diagnostic complexity of abdominal pregnancy in low-resource environments, especially when presenting with atypical gastrointestinal symptoms. It underscores the importance of high clinical suspicion, detailed ultrasonographic assessment, and multidisciplinary preparedness in achieving favorable maternal outcomes. Early recognition and appropriate surgical intervention remain key to reducing morbidity and mortality in these rare but high-risk pregnancies.

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