Ectopic Pregnancy

The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust focuses on early pregnancy loss through ectopic pregnancy. We are the leading charity focusing on ectopic pregnancy in providing such extensive general information and peer support for anyone experiencing the condition.
Ectopic pregnancy is a common, life-threatening condition that is the leading cause of maternal death in the first trimester of early pregnancy. The condition affects around 1 in 80 pregnancies in the UK and occurs when an embryo grows outside of the womb. The pregnancy can never be saved. A variety of treatments are available depending on the presenting symptoms and speed of diagnosis.
The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust was established in 1998, founded in memory of Sophie Winters by her parents. Sophie lost her life to a misdiagnosed ectopic pregnancy.
The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust believes that the deaths and trauma associated with ectopic pregnancy should be prevented. We seek to relieve the distress associated with the experience and provide ongoing support through their treatment and beyond.
Our Aims
• to provide information and support to all persons affected by ectopic pregnancy and other early pregnancy complications and the healthcare professionals who care for them;
• to advance education and to promote awareness of ectopic pregnancy and other early pregnancy complications among the medical profession and wider public; and
• to support research into ectopic pregnancy and other early pregnancy conditions
We are proud to collaborate with prestigious professional bodies such as The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, The Royal College of Nursing, and The Association of Early Pregnancy Units to provide information to healthcare professionals. We provide opportunities to learn from people’s lived experiences of ectopic pregnancy and represent the patient’s voice. This enables healthcare services to be patient-led and equips healthcare professionals to support their patients with excellent care.