Ectopic pregnancies within previous cesarean section scars are rare but potentially life-threatening complications.
Diagnosis can be challenging, particularly in primary care settings, where the focus is often on routine primary
care services.We present a case report of a patient who initially presentedto a primary care clinic with non-specific
symptoms of ectopic pregnancy and was referred to a tertiary center for incomplete miscarriage. It was found to
be a viable ectopic pregnancy within a cesarean scar. This case highlights the importance of keeping an open mind
in patients with a history of cesarean section and uterine manipulation procedures such as manually evacuating
a retained placenta. It emphasizes prompt diagnosis and referral to a specialized healthcare facility.
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