Intrauterine Pregnancy

An intrauterine pregnancy (IUP) occurs when a fertilized egg implants and starts to develop within the uterus, where it is supposed to be. The uterus is the only place where a pregnancy can develop and progress to full term.

An ultrasound finding of an intrauterine pregnancy means that the pregnancy is developing in the proper location.

Pregnancies that develop elsewhere within the female reproductive tract (cervix, ovary, fallopian tubes) are known as ectopic pregnancies are not viable, meaning they will not result in the birth of a child.

Possible concerning symptoms in early pregnancy including abdominal or pelvic pain and vaginal bleeding should be investigated to determine the location of the pregnancy and rule out any complications.