The value of the sonographic imaging in the early diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy

ABSTRACT

120 cases suspected of ectopic pregnancy (EP) were studied. Sonographic imaging gave early diagnosis - No intrauterine gestation sac at βhCG serum ≥ 700mlU/ml was the valuable sign with sensitivity of 93,0% and a positive predictive value of 87,7% (p< 0,01) - Sonographic imaging with an adnexal mass has got a sensitivity of 72% and positive predictive value of 85,7% in early diagnosis - In combining 3 factors the concentration of βhCG serum ≥ 700mlU/ml, no intrauterine gestation sac with an adnexal mass separated from the ovary, the value of early diagnosis of EP has got sensitivity of 80% and positive predictive value of 93% (P< 0,01)