How Does Ectopic Pregnancy Affect Tissue Structure?
The invasive nature of trophoblastic cells in an ectopic pregnancy can lead to the breakdown of normal tissue architecture. For instance, in the fallopian tubes, the invading cells can disrupt the ciliated epithelial cells that are crucial for the transport of the fertilized egg to the uterus. The muscular layer may show signs of hemorrhage and necrosis due to the abnormal implantation.
The surrounding tissues often exhibit signs of acute inflammation, including the presence of neutrophils and other inflammatory cells. Chronic inflammation may also be evident with the presence of lymphocytes and macrophages.
