Journal of Women's Health Care
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Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Gandaki Medical College, Nepal

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• Research Article   
  Clinical Study of Ectopic Pregnancy in Nepal
  Author(s): Kripa Sherchan*
  
  Introduction: Ectopic pregnancy is a global problem yet many women are unaware of this condition. In a low- income country like Nepal, women don’t seek timely antenatal care so early diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy becomes a challenge in our setting. Ectopic pregnancy if left untreated can result in maternal morbidity and mortality. Objective: The study was carried out to find out the incidence of ectopic pregnancy as well as to elucidate risk factors in such women which will help in identifying the high risk groups and making them aware about the condition. Methods: This hospital based observational study was carried out retrospectively between May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2020 in Gandaki Medical College. All confirmed 33 cases of ectopic pregnancy were included in the study. The total number of deliveries during .. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2167-0420.21.10.524

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