How to Pronounce "ectopic"
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Definition
Happening or located in an abnormal place in the body; commonly refers to pregnancy occurring outside the uterus.
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She was diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy.
If you ever hear the term 'ectopic,' it's usually about unusual locations inside the body.
Ectopic tissue is a term you might see on a medical report—it means the tissue isn't where it's supposed to be.
An ectopic heartbeat can be a sign of heart problems.