“A baby grows from a cesarean section scar?”… Eighth pregnancy, giving birth even though the mother may die?
Ectopic pregnancy after a cesarean section, where the embryo implants in the cesarean scar… The story of a woman who decided to maintain an ectopic pregnancy even though her life could be at risk
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A woman with seven children is shocking by revealing that she will continue to have an ectopic pregnancy until childbirth. [사진=’메트로’ 보도내용 캡처]
A woman with seven children is attracting attention by revealing that she is currently 18 weeks pregnant and will continue to give birth despite having an ectopic pregnancy that could be life-threatening.
According to British media outlet Metro, Alex Gooding is a mother of seven children and is currently carrying her eighth child in her womb. I am 18 weeks pregnant and the name of my unborn baby girl is Chloe Marie.
However, the doctor had previously recommended terminating the pregnancy after 5 weeks of pregnancy. This is because it is a ‘cesarean section ectopic pregnancy (CSEP)’, which is a quite dangerous condition. The doctor said that the mother could die and that surgery should be performed as soon as possible. However, Alex rejected this and decided to maintain the pregnancy, saying, “No matter how small the baby is, it is still a baby.”
Cesarean section ectopic pregnancy, where the embryo implants in the caesarean section scar… High risk for both mother and fetus
A cesarean section ectopic pregnancy is one in which an embryo implants in scar tissue left over from a previous cesarean section surgery, and is one of the rarest types of ectopic pregnancy. British general practitioner Dr Lawrence Cunningham said Alex’s decision to maintain an ectopic pregnancy through caesarean section could be dangerous for both mother and fetus.
“What makes cesarean ectopic pregnancies particularly dangerous is that scar tissue is not designed to support a growing fetus,” said Dr. Cunningham. “The risk increases further as the fetus can grow into surrounding organs,” he explained. He continued, “It is not the case that the mother and baby survive, but these cases are rare and carry significant risks,” and expressed concern that “unwanted results may occur if the pregnancy continues.”
I plan to maintain the pregnancy with firm conviction and undergo labor induction at 34 weeks.
Despite her doctor’s advice, Alex is determined to continue the pregnancy. Now, a few months before her due date in March of the following year, she is still steadfast in her decision and regularly shares her current status on social media. If all goes well, he plans to induce labor at 34 weeks, and is looking forward to his family of nine soon becoming 10, he said.
People who heard this story showed conflicting reactions. While some said, “I don’t understand why he chose to risk his life while leaving behind seven children who needed him,” others left messages of support for his courage in making his own decision.
Ectopic pregnancies that occur in cesarean section scars, and fetal development is difficult due to insufficient blood supply.
In general, pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants in the uterine lining and grows, but ectopic pregnancy that occurs in a cesarean section scar is a phenomenon in which a fertilized egg implants in the scar area left after a cesarean section surgery. This is a very dangerous condition, like a regular ectopic pregnancy, and can lead to serious complications if not detected and treated early.
This very rare form of pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants in scar tissue left in the uterine muscle layer from a cesarean section. It occurs in a small number of all pregnancies, but only in women who have had a cesarean section. Initially, symptoms similar to a typical ectopic pregnancy may appear, such as abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and a positive pregnancy test. However, sometimes symptoms may be absent or mild and detection may be delayed.
If pregnancy continues in the uterine scar area, the uterus may stretch and dangerous situations such as uterine rupture or excessive bleeding may occur, and in serious cases, it may be life-threatening. As a result, normal childbirth is generally impossible.
Because the fertilized egg is implanted in the cesarean section scar area rather than the uterine lining, as the fetus grows, it increases scar tissue instead of the normal structure of the uterus. This causes a very high risk of uterine rupture or bleeding. As pregnancy progresses, the scar area receives more pressure, increasing the risk of uterine rupture. Uterine rupture can cause excessive bleeding, putting the mother at risk.
In fact, the scar area does not have enough blood supply to maintain a normal pregnancy, making it difficult for the fetus to develop normally. As a result, the pregnancy cannot be maintained from the beginning of pregnancy, leading to miscarriage, or situations that require early treatment.
In most cases, pregnancies must be terminated early and receive appropriate treatment, but in the above story, Alex’s stubborn insistence on keeping the baby is drawing attention as to whether she will be able to give birth smoothly afterwards. In particular, many people are supporting Alex, the baby, and his family.
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