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Can a miscarriage lead to a future ectopic pregnancy by leaving scar tissue?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: A miscarriage doesn't cause scar tissue. If you had a D&C there is a possibility of scar tissue but very unlikely.

Answered 6/10/2014

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