[Mental health after ectopic pregnancy]

Abstract

Ectopic pregnancy results in an urgent, sometimes lifethreatening condition and always leads to pregnancy loss. We conducted a literature search on mental health after ectopic pregnancy. The level of anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress and grief was high, comparable to the level after miscarriage. Several interventions such as good communication, information or follow-up counselling sessions improved mental health. We recommend that clinicians focus on these aspects during admission and follow-up at the general practitioners.