Patient's question:
Can a blood test for BHCG determine if it's an ectopic pregnancy? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
That requires a detailed ultrasound examination to diagnose! The definitive diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy cannot be achieved with 100% accuracy using any non-invasive method. For women of childbearing age with normal sexual activity, a missed period of 6-10 weeks, a positive pregnancy test, and recurring symptoms such as abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding should raise high suspicion of ectopic pregnancy. If a careful vaginal ultrasound examination does not reveal a gestational sac in the uterine cavity, ectopic pregnancy can usually be diagnosed. For many complex cases, laparoscopy is still required for the final diagnosis.