Table 1

Ultrasound findings and subsequent diagnosis

Ultrasound finding at baselineWomen (n)Final diagnosisTreatment
Empty uterus only10Ectopic=6
PUL=4		Salpingectomy=6
Methotrexate=3
Conservative=1
Empty uterus and adnexal lesion13Ectopic=10
PUL=3		Salpingectomy=10
Methotrexate=1
Conservative=2
Fluid-filled intrauterine area3Ectopic=1
PUL=2		Salpingectomy=1
Methotrexate=2
Intrauterine sac without decidual reaction1C-scar ectopic=1*Methotrexate=1
Intrauterine sac with decidual reaction2Heterotopic=1*
Ectopic=1*		Salpingectomy=2

  • *Initially considered and managed as an intrauterine pregnancy.

  • C, caesarean; PUL, pregnancy of unknown location.