What are the causes of ectopic pregnancy?

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Doctor's answer:

Hello, factors that hinder or delay the transport of the fertilized egg from the fallopian tube to the uterine cavity can lead to ectopic pregnancy. Among these, chronic salpingitis is a common cause of ectopic pregnancy. Additionally, fallopian tube developmental abnormalities, re-canalization after tubal ligation, pelvic tumor compression of the fallopian tubes, and wandering of the fertilized egg can all affect the movement of the fertilized egg, leading to its implantation and development in the fallopian tube.

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