The aim of this retrospective case series report is to evaluate systemic methotrexate therapy in conjunction with uterine artery embolization (UAE) in the conservative management of cervical pregnancy. We examined cli...The aim of this retrospective case series report is to evaluate systemic methotrexate therapy in conjunction with uterine artery embolization (UAE) in the conservative management of cervical pregnancy. We examined clinical presentations, treatments, and therapeutic outcomes in fifteen patients with a cervical pregnancy who wished for preservation of fertility, treated at Okayama University Hospital between 1998 and 2012. Twelve patients received systemic methotrexate including five treated with UAE. One was treated with UAE alone. Two patients received neither UAE nor methotrexate because of a low human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) level and poor blood flow around the gestational sac (GS). An increased GS size and the elevated hCG level during methotrexate therapy might be risk factors for emergent UAE. Two of six patients treated with UAE had subsequent confirmed viable pregnancies. In patients with a cervical pregnancy, methotrexate therapy in combination with UAE can be considered as an option before performing a hysterectomy with suitable counseling about the risk of loss of fertility. Careful observation of the GS size and hCG level during methotrexate therapy might be important for management.展开更多
BACKGROUND Cesarean scar pregnancy(CSP)is rare but may result in uterine rupture during pregnancy or massive hemorrhage during abortion procedures.Awareness of this condition is increasing,and most patients with CSP a...BACKGROUND Cesarean scar pregnancy(CSP)is rare but may result in uterine rupture during pregnancy or massive hemorrhage during abortion procedures.Awareness of this condition is increasing,and most patients with CSP are now diagnosed early and can be managed safely.However,some atypical patients are misdiagnosed,and their surgical risks are underestimated,increasing the risk of fatal hemorrhage.CASE SUMMARY A 27-year-old Asian woman visited our institution because of abnormal pregnancy,and she was diagnosed with a hydatidiform mole through transvaginal ultrasound(TVS).Under hysteroscopy,a large amount of placental tissue was found in the scar of the lower uterine segment,and a sudden massive hemorrhage occurred during the removal process.The bilateral internal iliac arteries were temporarily blocked under laparoscopy,and scar resection and repair were rapidly performed.She was discharged in good condition 5 d after the operation.CONCLUSION Although TVS is widely used in the diagnosis of CSP,delays in the diagnosis of atypical CSP remain.Surgical treatment following internal iliac artery temporary occlusion may be an appropriate management method for unanticipated massive hemorrhage during CSP surgery.展开更多
Objective To survey effective treatment strategies for cesarean scar pregnancy(CSP). Methods The clinical data of 78 patients diagnosed with CSP from January 2010 to December 2013 were reviewed. Results Among these pa...Objective To survey effective treatment strategies for cesarean scar pregnancy(CSP). Methods The clinical data of 78 patients diagnosed with CSP from January 2010 to December 2013 were reviewed. Results Among these patients, 17 patients were first treated at our hospital; of them, 2 were misdiagnosed. The other 61 patients were referred from other hospitals; of them, 21 were initially misdiagnosed. There were 9 patients who were treated with laparotomy, 50 patients with curettage after uterine artery embolization(UAE) with or without local methotrexate(MTX) infusion, 10 patients with dilatation and curettage, 6 patients with transvaginal sonographic guided local intragestational MTX injection, and 3 patients with systemic MTX injection. All patients finally recovered. Patients with excessive vaginal hemorrhage underwent either emergency UAE treatment or laparotomy. These two treatments had similar success rates(81.82% vs. 100%, χ2 =0.289, P>0.05). Conclusions The accurate diagnosis of CSP is important. Curettage after UAE with or without local MTX infusion is a safe and effective method.展开更多
Background Cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP） is a very rare but life-threatening entity and there is no optimal management strategy.Here we report a successfully conservative treatment of CSP.Methods We retrospectively ...Background Cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP） is a very rare but life-threatening entity and there is no optimal management strategy.Here we report a successfully conservative treatment of CSP.Methods We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 54 women with CSP,who underwent uterine artery embolization between January 2007 and September 2012 at the Peking University People＇s Hospital.We evaluated the clinical outcomes,the technique and the complications of uterine artery embolization.Results Of the 54 patients,2 patients with hemorrhage after induced abortion received bilateral uterine artery embolization treatment alone,and 52 patients underwent suction curettage after bilateral uterine artery embolization.All 54 women were successfully cured,without any severe complications,and uterine function was restored.During the follow-up,one patient had accidental normal interuterine pregnancy and received induced abortion during the first trimester.Conclution Uterine artery embolization combined with suction curettage is an effective and safe conservative treatment for cesarean scar pregnancy.展开更多
Objective To summarize the clinical characteristics of caesarean scar pregnancy and to investigate its treatment.Methods Clinical case records of 45 cases of caesarean scar pregnancy from June 2003 to September 2007 w...Objective To summarize the clinical characteristics of caesarean scar pregnancy and to investigate its treatment.Methods Clinical case records of 45 cases of caesarean scar pregnancy from June 2003 to September 2007 were reviewed. The characteristics and management of cases were analyzed.Results The women＇s average age was 32.8 ± 5.1 years. All cases had amenorrhoea, and 27 cases had vaginal bleeding from spotting to morderate. Seven cases were misdiagnosed as normal early intrauterine pregnancy or inevitable miscarriage before dilation and curettage（D ＆ C）. In case of massive bleeding, caesarean scar pregnancy was diagnosed after D ＆ C. Bleeding was controlled and uterus was conserved in 6 cases, and 1 case underwent hysterectomy because of uncontrollable bleeding. The remaining 38 cases had ultrasound scan, which indicated scar pregnancy before primary treatment, Eight cases were primarily treated with dilation and curettage, in which only 2 cases had slight bleeding in the operation and no further treatment, Nineteen cases were primarily treated with dilation and curettage after uterine artery embolization, in which 17 cases needed no further treatment and had no complications. The success rate was 89.4% （17/19）. Eleven cases were primarily treated with trichosanthin 1.2 mg intramuscular. No one encountered massive bleeding, but 7 cases of these 11 cases needed extra treatment.Conclusion Caesarean scar pregnancy must be cautious of especially in cases of inevitable miscarriage. Dilation and curettage followed uterine artery embolization can be used as the primary treatment for caesarean scar pregnancy.展开更多
Despite the optimal therapeutic protocols of cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP） has not been established, and in the majority of cases, most of women＇s uterus and fertility can be preserved through prompt and active tre...Despite the optimal therapeutic protocols of cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP） has not been established, and in the majority of cases, most of women＇s uterus and fertility can be preserved through prompt and active treatment. But due to the rarity of CSP, little is known about the outcome of subsequent pregnancies, especially in an even rarer situation, a recurrent CSP. We report 2 cases of recurrent CSP women who want to preserve their fertility treated by repeated uterine artery embolization and provide a review of the literatures.展开更多
Cervical pregnancy is a rare clinical entity that accounts for less than 1% of all ectopic pregnancies. It results from implantation of the blastocyst in the cervical canal below the level of the internal os. Although...Cervical pregnancy is a rare clinical entity that accounts for less than 1% of all ectopic pregnancies. It results from implantation of the blastocyst in the cervical canal below the level of the internal os. Although non-tubal ectopic pregnancies account for only 5%<span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>of ectopics, they contribute to a significant morbidity. The cornerstone in the management of cervical ectopic is early diagnosis by high index of suspension and a qualified sonographer. Management options for cervical ectopic pregnancies range from conservative drug treatment to radical hysterectomy. Over the last few years, the mortality and morbidity rates of ectopic pregnancies have been reduced. This is mainly due to the early recognition of the condition and the wide availability of minimally invasive surgical procedures. We present a case of a 33-year-old</span></span></span><span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>woman that was 16 weeks pregnant. She presented initially with recurrent vaginal bleeding followed by minimal lower abdominal pain. Her early US scans were</span></span></span><span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>misleading. Several weeks later,</span></span></span><span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>a follow up MRI scan suggested cervical ectopic. She was managed surgically with uterine preservation.</span></span></span>展开更多
Objective To analyze retrospectively the utility of uterine arterial embolization （UAE） for cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP）.Methods Fifty-one women with CSP were pretreated with UAE before dilatation ＆ curettage （...Objective To analyze retrospectively the utility of uterine arterial embolization （UAE） for cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP）.Methods Fifty-one women with CSP were pretreated with UAE before dilatation ＆ curettage （D＆C）. Indexes such as blood loss volume, operation-associated complications, serum hCG level ultrasound imaging and hospitalization cost were analyzed.Results Thirty-eight women accepted D＆C following UAE （group A）, 10 patients had medicine （3 took trichosanthin injection, 7 took MTX injection） before UAE and D＆C （group B）. Uterine packing following emergency UAE were performed in another 3 women due to severe hemorrhage during direct curettage without pretreatment （group C）. There were no statistically significant differences between group A and group B about the serum fl-hCG level resolution time and the blood loss in the opertation. Patients had shorter duration of hospital stay （P〈0.01） and cheaper cost of hospitalization （P〈0.05） of group A than group B.Conclusion Pretreatment with UAE before curettage is safe and effective in terminating CSP, reducing hospitalization cost. UAE followed by curettage is recommended to medical facilities where UAE is available.展开更多
文摘The aim of this retrospective case series report is to evaluate systemic methotrexate therapy in conjunction with uterine artery embolization (UAE) in the conservative management of cervical pregnancy. We examined clinical presentations, treatments, and therapeutic outcomes in fifteen patients with a cervical pregnancy who wished for preservation of fertility, treated at Okayama University Hospital between 1998 and 2012. Twelve patients received systemic methotrexate including five treated with UAE. One was treated with UAE alone. Two patients received neither UAE nor methotrexate because of a low human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) level and poor blood flow around the gestational sac (GS). An increased GS size and the elevated hCG level during methotrexate therapy might be risk factors for emergent UAE. Two of six patients treated with UAE had subsequent confirmed viable pregnancies. In patients with a cervical pregnancy, methotrexate therapy in combination with UAE can be considered as an option before performing a hysterectomy with suitable counseling about the risk of loss of fertility. Careful observation of the GS size and hCG level during methotrexate therapy might be important for management.
基金Supported by Medical Health Science and Technology Project of Zhejiang Province,China,No.2020ZH003。
文摘BACKGROUND Cesarean scar pregnancy(CSP)is rare but may result in uterine rupture during pregnancy or massive hemorrhage during abortion procedures.Awareness of this condition is increasing,and most patients with CSP are now diagnosed early and can be managed safely.However,some atypical patients are misdiagnosed,and their surgical risks are underestimated,increasing the risk of fatal hemorrhage.CASE SUMMARY A 27-year-old Asian woman visited our institution because of abnormal pregnancy,and she was diagnosed with a hydatidiform mole through transvaginal ultrasound(TVS).Under hysteroscopy,a large amount of placental tissue was found in the scar of the lower uterine segment,and a sudden massive hemorrhage occurred during the removal process.The bilateral internal iliac arteries were temporarily blocked under laparoscopy,and scar resection and repair were rapidly performed.She was discharged in good condition 5 d after the operation.CONCLUSION Although TVS is widely used in the diagnosis of CSP,delays in the diagnosis of atypical CSP remain.Surgical treatment following internal iliac artery temporary occlusion may be an appropriate management method for unanticipated massive hemorrhage during CSP surgery.
文摘Objective To survey effective treatment strategies for cesarean scar pregnancy(CSP). Methods The clinical data of 78 patients diagnosed with CSP from January 2010 to December 2013 were reviewed. Results Among these patients, 17 patients were first treated at our hospital; of them, 2 were misdiagnosed. The other 61 patients were referred from other hospitals; of them, 21 were initially misdiagnosed. There were 9 patients who were treated with laparotomy, 50 patients with curettage after uterine artery embolization(UAE) with or without local methotrexate(MTX) infusion, 10 patients with dilatation and curettage, 6 patients with transvaginal sonographic guided local intragestational MTX injection, and 3 patients with systemic MTX injection. All patients finally recovered. Patients with excessive vaginal hemorrhage underwent either emergency UAE treatment or laparotomy. These two treatments had similar success rates(81.82% vs. 100%, χ2 =0.289, P>0.05). Conclusions The accurate diagnosis of CSP is important. Curettage after UAE with or without local MTX infusion is a safe and effective method.
文摘Background Cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP） is a very rare but life-threatening entity and there is no optimal management strategy.Here we report a successfully conservative treatment of CSP.Methods We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 54 women with CSP,who underwent uterine artery embolization between January 2007 and September 2012 at the Peking University People＇s Hospital.We evaluated the clinical outcomes,the technique and the complications of uterine artery embolization.Results Of the 54 patients,2 patients with hemorrhage after induced abortion received bilateral uterine artery embolization treatment alone,and 52 patients underwent suction curettage after bilateral uterine artery embolization.All 54 women were successfully cured,without any severe complications,and uterine function was restored.During the follow-up,one patient had accidental normal interuterine pregnancy and received induced abortion during the first trimester.Conclution Uterine artery embolization combined with suction curettage is an effective and safe conservative treatment for cesarean scar pregnancy.
文摘Objective To summarize the clinical characteristics of caesarean scar pregnancy and to investigate its treatment.Methods Clinical case records of 45 cases of caesarean scar pregnancy from June 2003 to September 2007 were reviewed. The characteristics and management of cases were analyzed.Results The women＇s average age was 32.8 ± 5.1 years. All cases had amenorrhoea, and 27 cases had vaginal bleeding from spotting to morderate. Seven cases were misdiagnosed as normal early intrauterine pregnancy or inevitable miscarriage before dilation and curettage（D ＆ C）. In case of massive bleeding, caesarean scar pregnancy was diagnosed after D ＆ C. Bleeding was controlled and uterus was conserved in 6 cases, and 1 case underwent hysterectomy because of uncontrollable bleeding. The remaining 38 cases had ultrasound scan, which indicated scar pregnancy before primary treatment, Eight cases were primarily treated with dilation and curettage, in which only 2 cases had slight bleeding in the operation and no further treatment, Nineteen cases were primarily treated with dilation and curettage after uterine artery embolization, in which 17 cases needed no further treatment and had no complications. The success rate was 89.4% （17/19）. Eleven cases were primarily treated with trichosanthin 1.2 mg intramuscular. No one encountered massive bleeding, but 7 cases of these 11 cases needed extra treatment.Conclusion Caesarean scar pregnancy must be cautious of especially in cases of inevitable miscarriage. Dilation and curettage followed uterine artery embolization can be used as the primary treatment for caesarean scar pregnancy.
基金supported by Medical Science and Technology Research Fund of Guangdong(No.B2013063)
文摘Despite the optimal therapeutic protocols of cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP） has not been established, and in the majority of cases, most of women＇s uterus and fertility can be preserved through prompt and active treatment. But due to the rarity of CSP, little is known about the outcome of subsequent pregnancies, especially in an even rarer situation, a recurrent CSP. We report 2 cases of recurrent CSP women who want to preserve their fertility treated by repeated uterine artery embolization and provide a review of the literatures.
文摘Cervical pregnancy is a rare clinical entity that accounts for less than 1% of all ectopic pregnancies. It results from implantation of the blastocyst in the cervical canal below the level of the internal os. Although non-tubal ectopic pregnancies account for only 5%<span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>of ectopics, they contribute to a significant morbidity. The cornerstone in the management of cervical ectopic is early diagnosis by high index of suspension and a qualified sonographer. Management options for cervical ectopic pregnancies range from conservative drug treatment to radical hysterectomy. Over the last few years, the mortality and morbidity rates of ectopic pregnancies have been reduced. This is mainly due to the early recognition of the condition and the wide availability of minimally invasive surgical procedures. We present a case of a 33-year-old</span></span></span><span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>woman that was 16 weeks pregnant. She presented initially with recurrent vaginal bleeding followed by minimal lower abdominal pain. Her early US scans were</span></span></span><span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>misleading. Several weeks later,</span></span></span><span><span><span style="font-family:;" "=""> </span></span></span><span><span><span>a follow up MRI scan suggested cervical ectopic. She was managed surgically with uterine preservation.</span></span></span>
文摘Objective To analyze retrospectively the utility of uterine arterial embolization （UAE） for cesarean scar pregnancy （CSP）.Methods Fifty-one women with CSP were pretreated with UAE before dilatation ＆ curettage （D＆C）. Indexes such as blood loss volume, operation-associated complications, serum hCG level ultrasound imaging and hospitalization cost were analyzed.Results Thirty-eight women accepted D＆C following UAE （group A）, 10 patients had medicine （3 took trichosanthin injection, 7 took MTX injection） before UAE and D＆C （group B）. Uterine packing following emergency UAE were performed in another 3 women due to severe hemorrhage during direct curettage without pretreatment （group C）. There were no statistically significant differences between group A and group B about the serum fl-hCG level resolution time and the blood loss in the opertation. Patients had shorter duration of hospital stay （P〈0.01） and cheaper cost of hospitalization （P〈0.05） of group A than group B.Conclusion Pretreatment with UAE before curettage is safe and effective in terminating CSP, reducing hospitalization cost. UAE followed by curettage is recommended to medical facilities where UAE is available.
文摘目的 探究双侧髂内动脉Fogarty球囊阻断术在剖宫产术后瘢痕妊娠(CSP)辅助清宫手术中的临床疗效与安全性。方法 回顾性分析阜阳市人民医院2021年1月至2022年9月收治的80例CSP患者临床资料。其中观察组40例,给予双侧髂内动脉Fogarty球囊阻断术下行宫腔镜下清宫治疗,术中间断阻断髂内动脉,清除胚胎、电凝或缝合止血;对照组40例,给予子宫动脉栓塞术(UAE)后1~2 d行宫腔镜下清宫手术。对比分析两组患者在数字减影血管造影(DSA)下透视时间、体表辐射剂量、清宫手术中出血量、清宫手术时间、住院时间及术后随访情况。结果 所有患者清宫手术顺利,成功保留子宫。观察组未发生球囊相关的并发症。对照组40例患者UAE后均发生不同程度发热、子宫区疼痛等栓塞后反应。观察组、对照组DSA下透视时间及体表辐射剂量分别为(9.2±1.1)s vs(1 273.6±141.1)s、(7.7±0.8)m Gy vs(1 503.8±101.8)mGy,分别比较,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05);清宫时术中出血量分别为(30.3±14.7) mL、(27.5±13.2) mL,清宫手术时间分别为(41.6±16.2) min、(42.8±15.0) min,分别比较,差异均无统计学意义(均P>0.05);住院时间分别为(6.0±0.7) d、(7.3±0.8) d,两组比较,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。随访期均在3个月以上,观察组、对照组人绒毛膜促性腺激素(β-hCG)转阴时间、阴道流血时间、月经恢复正常时间及患者满意率分别为(21.1±2.4) d vs (24.6±3.3) d、(8.2±1.1) d vs (13.6±2.6) d、(29.5±2.2) d vs(46.7±7.3) d、95.0%(38/40) vs 67.5%(27/40),分别比较,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05)。结论 双侧髂内动脉Fogarty球囊阻断术及UAE辅助CSP清宫手术均可明显减少术中出血量,但双侧髂内动脉Fogarty球囊阻断术相比于UAE,减少患者X线辐射剂量,缩短患者住院、β-hCG转阴、阴道流血、月经恢复正常时间,增加患者满意度率。
