In an ectopic pregnancy, a fertilized egg has implanted outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tubes. ... Ectopic means "out of place." In an ectopic pregnancy, a fertilized egg has implanted ...
Article covering causes, symptoms and treatment of ectopic or tubal pregnancy along with information on a wide array of other pregnancy complications from the American Pregnancy Association library.
Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants in tissue outside of the uterus, and the placenta and fetus begin to develop there. The most common site is within a fallopian tube.