Causes of Ectopic PregnancyAfter ejaculation, the sperms travel from the vagina into the cervix, uterus and fallopian tubes to reach the ovary where fertilization takes place. The fertilized egg travels back into the uterus through the fallopian tube. Major cause of ectopic pregnancy is when the egg for some reason is unable to reach the uterus. These causes include: Birth defect in the fallopian tubes Endometriosis Previous ectopic pregnancy Scarring from past infections or surgery The following women are at risk of ectopic pregnancy - Pregnancy after 35-years of age Getting pregnant while having an IUD (intrauterine device) Several induced abortions Tubal ligation In vitro fertilization (IVF) Use of medicines to stimulate ovulation Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) Destruction of the uterine cavity lining Published on Jun 24, 2011Last Updated on Oct 12, 2020
