Broad Ligament Pregnancy in the Presence of an Intrauterine Contraceptive Device: A Case Report Publisher



Rokhgireh S¹ ; Gorginzadeh M¹ ; Mehdizadehkashi A¹ ; Tahermanesh K¹ ; Alizadeh S²
Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports Published:2021

Abstract

Introduction: Abdominal pregnancy though scarce is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. Few cases till now have been diagnosed or managed by laparoscopy. Case presentation: In this study, a case of an abdominal pregnancy in a woman with intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) in situ and a history of cesarean section is described. Clinical discussion: Our case was a brief description of a broad ligament pregnancy as a subcategory of abdominal pregnancy .It was located medial to the pelvic sidewall, lateral to the uterus, inferior to the fallopian tube and superior to the pelvic floor. Conclusion: The pregnancy was in the location of the left broad ligament which was diagnosed on laparoscopic evaluation. © 2021 The Author(s)