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The incidence of ectopic pregnancies is increased in assisted reproductive technology (ART) due to a higher number of embryos transferred and a higher prevalence of tubal disease in patients undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). The incidence of heterotopic pregnancies increased with increasing number of embryos transferred. Ectopic pregnancy occurs usually within the fallopian tubes. Abdominal pain is the most common clinical manifestation. Other symptoms and signs include vaginal spotting, amenorrhea, and a pelvic mass. The recent advances in ultrasound technology and the higher expertise of sonographers have improved the early diagnosis of ectopic pregnancies. The beta sub-unit of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) has been used to differentiate a developing viable intrauterine pregnancy from an abnormal pregnancy. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is elevated in ectopic pregnancies. Methotrexate and mifepristone are used in the treatment of ectopic pregnancy. Laparoscopy, laparotomy and salpingectomy are the surgical options for treating ectopic pregnancies.
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