Under normal circumstances, when an embryo is implanted in the uterine cavity after pregnancy, it is called an intrauterine pregnancy. If it is implanted somewhere outside the uterine cavity, it is called an ectopic pregnancy. Medically, it is also known as ectopic pregnancy. Different types of ectopic pregnancy correspond to different symptoms. So, is the presence of a lump in the attachment an ectopic pregnancy?
The attachment refers to the ovaries and fallopian tubes of women. During early pregnancy, ultrasound should focus on observing intrauterine pregnancy or ectopic pregnancy. The typical manifestation of ectopic pregnancy is the presence of a mass on the adnexa, but having a mass on the adnexa does not necessarily mean it is an ectopic pregnancy.
There are many reasons for the presence of lumps on attachments, such as cysts in the fallopian tubes, hydrosalpinx, cysts or tumors on the ovaries, which can all lead to lumps on attachments. Therefore, there are many reasons that can cause attachment masses, and in clinical practice, it is important to pay attention to determining the nature of the mass based on the ultrasound echoes and blood flow conditions.
The manifestation of a mass during ectopic pregnancy is often characterized by abundant blood flow, with fetal heart rate or donut sign visible inside. At the same time, HCG and progesterone should be combined to determine the presence of a mass, and it is not possible to determine ectopic pregnancy solely based on the presence of a mass in the attachment. Ectopic pregnancy is most commonly found in the fallopian tubes, and a few can also be seen in the ovaries, cervix, and other areas. It refers to the embryo not implanting in the uterus, but developing in other parts, and then the fallopian tubes rupture, causing massive bleeding. This disease poses a great threat to the mother's life.
