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Ectopic Pregnancy — DRCOG MCQ

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HardObstetrics & GynaecologyEctopic PregnancyDRCOG

A 28-year-old woman has an ectopic pregnancy in the left fallopian tube. Her haemodynamics are stable and the mass is small with low β-hCG. What is the appropriate management according to NICE guidelines?

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Correct answer: B — Intramuscular methotrexate

Methotrexate is indicated for stable patients with an unruptured ectopic of small size and low β-hCG. Surgery is required if the patient is unstable or does not meet the criteria for medical management.

Reference: NICE NG126