Ectopic Pregnancy Treatment in India
About Ectopic Pregnancy
Key Highlights
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Life-saving intervention for a medical emergency.Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery is often possible, leading to smaller scars and faster recovery.Aims to preserve the affected fallopian tube and future fertility when feasible.Medical management with methotrexate is a non-surgical option for early, stable ectopic pregnancies.Prevents rupture and severe internal bleeding, which can be fatal.
Who is this surgery for?
- Confirmed diagnosis of an ectopic pregnancy via transvaginal ultrasound and hCG blood tests.
- Signs of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy, such as severe abdominal/pelvic pain, shoulder pain, dizziness, or fainting.
- Ectopic pregnancy with cardiac activity detected outside the uterus.
- High or rising hCG levels with no intrauterine pregnancy visible on ultrasound.
- Patient instability or signs of internal bleeding (hemoperitoneum).
- Failure or contraindication to medical management with methotrexate.
How to prepare
- Emergency stabilization if ruptured: IV fluids, blood transfusion if needed, and vital sign monitoring.
- Confirmatory diagnostic tests: transvaginal ultrasound and quantitative hCG blood test.
- Blood tests to check blood type (for possible transfusion), Rh factor, and overall health.
- Discussion of surgical options (laparoscopy vs. laparotomy) and consent process.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before scheduled surgery.
- Pre-operative counseling on the procedure, potential need for salpingectomy (tube removal), and impact on fertility.
Risks & possible complications
- Standard surgical risks: reaction to anesthesia, infection, and bleeding.
- Damage to surrounding organs (intestines, bladder, blood vessels).
- Incomplete removal of ectopic tissue, requiring further treatment.
- Persistent ectopic pregnancy (tissue continues to grow).
- Future risk of repeat ectopic pregnancy.
- Potential for reduced fertility, especially if a fallopian tube is removed.
- Scar tissue (adhesion) formation inside the pelvis.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically 1-2 days for laparoscopic surgery; longer for open surgery (laparotomy) or complications.
- Pain management with prescribed medications.
- Monitor incision sites for signs of infection (redness, swelling, discharge).
- Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and sexual intercourse for 2-4 weeks as advised.
- Follow-up hCG blood tests are crucial to ensure levels drop to zero, confirming complete resolution.
- Emotional support and counseling are recommended, as this can be a physically and emotionally taxing experience.
- Discuss future pregnancy plans and timing with your doctor, as early ultrasound monitoring will be essential.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering ectopic pregnancy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for ectopic pregnancy in India include Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform ectopic pregnancy. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for ectopic pregnancy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Ectopic Pregnancy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing ectopic pregnancy.
Hyderabad, India
20 Doctors
Diya Garcia, a 32-year-old marketing manager,...
Diya Garcia, a 32-year-old marketing manager, had been trying to conceive with her husband for over a year. She was overjoyed when a home pregnancy test was positive. However, around 7 weeks, she began experiencing sharp, stabbing pain on her right side and light spotting. An urgent ultrasound confirmed a tubal ectopic pregnancy. Her OB-GYN, Dr. Evans, explained with great empathy that the pregnancy was not viable and posed a serious risk of rupture. She recommended a laparoscopic salpingectomy (removal of the affected fallopian tube) as the safest option. Diya was terrified and heartbroken. The surgery went smoothly, and her physical recovery in the hospital was straightforward. At her two-week post-op check, she was healing well. Emotionally, Diya cycled through profound grief for the lost pregnancy, fear about her future fertility, and guilt, wondering if she had done something wrong. With support from her husband, a therapist, and a patient support group, she began to process the loss. She and Dr. Evans later discussed her excellent chances of conceiving again with her remaining healthy tube, giving her cautious hope for the future.
Obstetrics and Gynaecologists for Ectopic Pregnancy
Explore experienced obstetrics and gynaecologists who regularly perform ectopic pregnancy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Manipal Hospital Siliguri, Siliguri
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Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
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Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
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Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
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Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
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Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
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Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
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Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon