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Indian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Volume  5, Issue 3 (Supplement), Jul-Sep 2017, Pages 303-303
 

Case Report

A Rare Case of Methotrexate Toxicity in A Female Treated for Medical Management of Ectopic Pregnancy

Vidya V. Bhat, Shaik Rajiyabegum

Vidya V. Bhat Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Sonologist, and Laparoscopic surgeon, IVF specialist and also Director of Radhakrishna Multispecialty Hospital & IVF Centre, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Shaik Rajiyabegum Fellowship student of Minimally Invasive Surgery in Radhakrishna Multispecialty Hospital & IVF Centre, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

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Introduction: Medical management of ectopic pregnancy may lead to disastrous complication of METHOTREXATE toxicity. Case Report: A 25 year old female presented with 5 wks of amenorrhea. Investigations showed UPT positive, TVS-empty uterine cavity, HCG-1880 mIU/ ml Management: • Diagnosed as Ectopic pregnancy. • Pt was counseled for medical management of Ectopic pregnancy. She did not responded to first dose of METHOTREXATE. After second dose given, repeat  HCG levels elevated to 10,000 mIU/ml. • Surgery was Planned & Laparoscopic removal of ectopic pregnancy done. Follow up: • On 5th POD p/w- Mouth ulcers • On 7th POD p/w–Renal failure and Aplastic anemia • Pt was treated accordingly and discharged in a stable condition. Conclusion: • Feasibility of low dose Methotrexate use & its success is the first line of medical management for Ectopic Pregnancy. • Besides it advantages, it should be used with caution with severe METHOTREXATE toxicity should be kept in mind. • Proper consent should be taken.