신체 내의 장기나 조직이 정상적인 위치가 아닌 곳에 있는 상태를 나타냄.
Occurring in an abnormal position or place within the body, especially in relation to organs or tissues.
예문:
"The surgeon identified an ectopic thyroid gland during the routine neck examination."
"Ectopic beats are extra heartbeats that occur outside of the normal heart rhythm."
"The ultrasound revealed an ectopic kidney located much lower in the abdomen than usual."
수정란이 자궁 밖의 부위에 착상하여 발생하는 자궁 외 임신.
A pregnancy in which the fetus develops outside the uterus, typically in a Fallopian tube.
예문:
"The patient was rushed to emergency surgery after being diagnosed with a ruptured ectopic."
"Early detection of an ectopic is crucial to prevent life-threatening complications for the mother."