Should an operation be performed if a tubal pregnancy is strongly suspected, even if not definitely diagnosed? Yes. In such cases it is much more dangerous not to operate than to operate. What may happen if a ruptured ectopic pregnancy is not operated upon? It is an emergency! The patient may bleed to death. Is operation for ectopic pregnancy dangerous? No, but it is serious if the patient has bled and is in shock. In these cases, transfusions must be given and the bleeding tube must be removed promptly. Is a woman who has had one tubal pregnancy likely to develop one on the other side? Not necessarily. However, she is somewhat more prone to do so than someone who has never had an ectopic pregnancy. Are blood transfusions necessary during operation of a tubal pregnancy? Yes, if there has been rupture with blood loss. Does inflammation of the Fallopian tubes always cause sterility? Not in mild cases treated early and vigorously with antibiotics. Can sterility caused by closed tubes ever be corrected? Yes. If the closure is of a minor nature, it can often be cured by the Rubin insufflation procedure. If the tubes are closed secondary to previous infection, microsurgery surgery can remedy the condition in about 10% of cases. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | MAIN PAGE