ectopic

[ ek-top-ik ]

/ ɛkˈtɒp ɪk /

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adjective Pathology.

occurring in an abnormal position or place; displaced.

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Origin of ectopic

First recorded in 1870–75; ectop(ia) + -ic

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When the ectopic ovum begins to develop in the Fallopian tube the placental villi erode the tubal wall and the blood-vessels.
The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation|Austin O'Malley
Hirst says an experienced obstetrical specialist sees from 12 to 24 cases of ectopic pregnancy annually.
The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation|Austin O'Malley
May an ectopic fetus be killed by operation, electricity, or poison, to avert possible danger of death from the mother?
The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation|Austin O'Malley
With conditions like those in question 11, except that the fetus is not viable, may the surgeon remove the inviable ectopic fetus?
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In many of these conditions the ovum becomes blocked and rupture follows as in ectopic gestation.
The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation|Austin O'Malley

ectopic

[ ĕk-tŏp′ĭk ]

adj.

Out of place, as of an organ not in its proper position, or of a pregnancy occurring elsewhere than in the cavity of the uterus.

Of or relating to a heartbeat that has its origin elsewhere than in the sinoatrial node.

ectopic

[ ĕk-tŏp′ĭk ]

Out of place, as of an organ not in its proper position, or of a pregnancy occurring elsewhere than in the cavity of the uterus.

Of or relating to a heartbeat that has its origin elsewhere than in the sinoatrial node.