Against the Odds

Abstract

The occurrence of an ectopic pregnancy that implants within the peritoneal cavity is a rare, life-threatening event. Poor maternal and fetal outcome, especially in pregnancies within the range considered to be viable, is the norm, with most abdominal ectopic pregnancies being terminated early in gestation. We present a case study in which the abdominal pregnancy was detected in the second trimester by sonography and confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging, both of which are considered essential diagnostic tools to provide optimal outcome for maternal and fetal well-being.