- Request received02/06/2026
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- Treatment provided05/08/2026
- Invoice paid07/08/2026
- Case closed
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Aishatu B., 24
In treatmentPregnancy
27
$320
About ectopic pregnancy with appendiceal mass
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the uterus, most commonly in the fallopian tube. Because the fallopian tube cannot support a growing pregnancy, the condition can lead to rupture, severe internal bleeding, shock, and even death if not treated promptly. In Aishatu's case, she presented with severe lower abdominal pain, missed menstrual periods, vaginal spotting, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting, which are common symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy. The diagnosis was further complicated by the presence of an appendiceal mass, which is an inflammatory swelling or lump involving the appendix and surrounding tissues. This can cause additional abdominal pain, fever, and tenderness, making the condition more serious and requiring urgent surgical intervention. Due to the combined risks of internal bleeding from the ectopic pregnancy and complications from the appendiceal mass, emergency surgery was necessary to save the patient's life and prevent further complications.
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$320 raised of $320
Ayaji Medical and Diagnostic Center
Sarkin Hausawa Ward, Opposite AY Maikifi Filling Station, Gashua, Yobe State, Nigeria
Background
23year old Aishatu is married to a shoe maker who earns barely 7000 naira daily. Aishatu developed a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy complicated by an appendiceal mass, the family could not afford the cost of emergency treatment.Because ectopic pregnanciy can rupture and cause severe internal bleeding, emergency surgical intervention was necessary.
Medical history
Aishatu Bukar, a 23-year-old woman, was admitted with severe lower abdominal pain, vaginal spotting, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and a history of missed menstruation. Following clinical evaluation and investigations, she was diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy complicated by an appendiceal mass, a life-threatening condition requiring urgent surgical intervention. She was promptly prepared for emergency surgery. During the procedure, the ectopic pregnancy was successfully removed, and the appendiceal mass was appropriately managed. The surgery was completed without major complications. Following the operation, Aishatu was closely monitored in the hospital. She received intravenous fluids for stabilization, broad-spectrum antibiotics to prevent infection, analgesics for pain relief, hematinics to aid recovery, antiemetics to control nausea and vomiting, and other supportive medications as required. Regular monitoring of her vital signs and postoperative condition showed steady improvement.
Prognosis
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the main cavity of the uterus, most commonly in a fallopian tube. It is a medical emergency because the embryo cannot survive outside the uterus, and growing tissue can cause life-threatening internal bleeding if the tube ruptures.
