Spiegelberg criteria explained
The Spiegelberg criteria are four criteria used to identify ovarian ectopic pregnancies[1] named after Otto Spiegelberg.
Description
Four criteria for differentiating ovarian from other ectopic pregnancies:
- The gestational sac is located in the region of the ovary.
- The ectopic pregnancy is attached to the uterus by the ovarian ligament.
- Ovarian tissue in the wall of the gestational sac is proved histologically.
- The tube on the involved side is intact.
Notes and References
- Plotti F, Di Giovanni A, Oliva C, Battaglia F, Plotti G . Bilateral ovarian pregnancy after intrauterine insemination and controlled ovarian stimulation . Fertil. Steril. . 90 . 5 . 2015.e3–5 . November 2008 . 18394622 . 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.02.117 . free .