Complications of Ectopic pregnancy

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It is important that ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed as early as possible to avoid complications. If it isnâ€™t treated quickly, there may be severe internal bleeding leading to shock, and in a very small number of cases, death of the mother. Delayed treatment means the tubes will stretch more and it is more likely they will be damaged, leading to an increased likelihood of more ectopic pregnancies in the future.

Many parents will feel depressed or sad if they have an ectopic pregnancy, as they would for a miscarriage caused by other factors. They may also be worried about their future changes of having a normal pregnancy. But women with only one fallopian tube still have a good chance (7 in 10) of having a normal future pregnancy. Approximately 2 women in 10 will have another ectopic pregnancy and 3 in 10 will not have another pregnancy. If both tubes are damaged or removed, you can still have IVF (in vitro fertilisation) to help you have a baby.