Ectopic pregnancies most often occur in a fallopian tube but can also occur in other areas such as the ovary, abdominal cavity or the cervix).

An ectopic pregnancy can’t proceed normally and may result in life-threatening bleeding if left untreated.

The first symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy tend to be pelvic pain and some light vaginal bleeding. However a ruptured tube may lead to emergency conditions such as heavy bleeding in the abdomen. 

Ectopic tissue needs to be removed to prevent life-threatening complications. If discovered early enough, medication can be used, however depending on your situation, laparoscopic surgery may be the best option. 

Laparoscopic Salpingostomy & Salpingectomy 

These procedures are used to treat some ectopic pregnancies. Small incisions are made in the abdomen; a laparoscope is then inserted to view the tubal area.

• Salpingostomy – The ectopic pregnancy is removed and the fallopian tube left to heal on its own. 
• Salpingectomy – Both the ectopic pregnancy and the tube removed.

Which of these procedures you may have depends on the amount of bleeding, damage and presence of a ruptured tube.