Viable cesarean scar pregnancy from primary care perspective: A case report
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Mohamad Syamilah 1 , Mohd Noor Norhayati 1 2 * , Siti Suhaila Mohd Yusoff 1 2
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1 Department of Family Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, MALAYSIA2 Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, MALAYSIA* Corresponding Author

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Ectopic pregnancies within previous cesarean section scars are rare but potentially life-threatening complications. Diagnosis can be challenging, particularly in primary care settings, where the focus is often on routine primary care services. We present a case report of a patient who initially presented to a primary care clinic with non-specific symptoms of ectopic pregnancy and was referred to a tertiary center for incomplete miscarriage. It was found to be a viable ectopic pregnancy within a cesarean scar. This case highlights the importance of keeping an open mind in patients with a history of cesarean section and uterine manipulation procedures such as manually evacuating a retained placenta. It emphasizes prompt diagnosis and referral to a specialized healthcare facility.

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Article Type: Case Report

ELECTRON J GEN MED, Volume 21, Issue 3, June 2024, Article No: em589

https://doi.org/10.29333/ejgm/14631

Publication date: 24 May 2024

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