Salpingostomy in Windhoek

About this service

Salpingostomy in Windhoek is a surgical procedure that opens a fallopian tube, most often used to treat an ectopic pregnancy where a pregnancy has implanted outside the uterus. It is needed because an ectopic pregnancy cannot continue safely and can become a medical emergency if not treated promptly, so the procedure removes the pregnancy while aiming to preserve the fallopian tube where possible.

It is usually carried out once an ectopic pregnancy has been confirmed on scan or blood tests. Eastgate Clinic performs salpingostomy in our on-site day theatre, with urgency appropriate to your situation.

What to expect

• Diagnosis is usually confirmed by ultrasound and blood tests before surgery is arranged
• The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia
• Surgery time is generally short, though this can vary by case
• A short hospital stay for monitoring is common after this procedure
• Your doctor will discuss follow-up blood tests and future fertility considerations

Who is it for?

You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:

• Confirmed or suspected ectopic pregnancy
• Abdominal pain with a positive pregnancy test
• Vaginal bleeding alongside pelvic pain in early pregnancy
• A scan showing a pregnancy outside the uterus
• Sudden severe pelvic pain in early pregnancy requiring urgent assessment

Frequently asked questions