ectopic

[ ek-top-ik ]

adjective

, Pathology.

1. occurring in an abnormal position or place; displaced.

ectopic

/ ĕk-tŏp′ĭk /

1. 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.
2. Of or relating to a heartbeat that has its origin elsewhere than in the sinoatrial node.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ectopic¹

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

Example Sentences

In an interview with Women's Wear Daily Fox also revealed that she'd experienced an ectopic pregnancy on a different occasion.

From BBC

The “Transformers” actor previously had an ectopic pregnancy and “other things that I’m not going to say because God forbid the world will be in an uproar,” she told Women’s Wear Daily last year.

From Los Angeles Times

I can't agree to disagree about doctors refusing medical attention for ectopic pregnancies, and women being arrested for their miscarriages.

From Salon

Women in Texas have reportedly been denied care for conditions like ectopic pregnancies — without doubt a life-threatening condition — and in other situations that clearly posed a threat to life and future health.

From Salon

Still, there have been reports of Texas women being denied care for conditions like ectopic pregnancies — a life-threatening condition — and women being denied care in other health and life-threatening situations.

From Salon