A specialist-led care pathway enables early diagnosis and treatment of a rare condition that can cause serious maternal complications if not detected in time
Abu Dhabi, UAE, October 2026 – SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, highlighted the successful diagnosis and management of a high-risk caesarean scar pregnancy at SEHA’s Corniche Hospital, reflecting the hospital’s specialist capability in identifying and treating complex early pregnancy conditions that require timely intervention.
Caesarean scar pregnancy is a rare form of ectopic pregnancy in which the embryo implants within the scar of a previous caesarean section. Although uncommon, delayed or missed diagnosis can lead to serious complications for the mother this could potentially be life-threatening. The rise in caesarean section rates has contributed to increasing awareness of caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy as a high-risk condition that can be challenging to diagnose. Access to expert evaluation, supported by appropriate imaging and specialist clinical judgement, plays an important role in improving outcomes and reducing the risk of serious complications.
Corniche Hospital serves as referral centre for diagnosis and management of caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy with almost 100 referrals per year, from diagnostic assessment through to individualised management, based on the patient’s clinical condition and risk profile.
The expert team at SEHA’s Corniche Hospital has recently marked its fourth year of providing this unique service and managed a high-risk case through its consultant-led specialised service, where the condition was identified and treated.
Dr. Yasmin Sana, Obstetrics and Gynaecology Consultant at SEHA’s Corniche Hospital, said: “Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy is a high-risk condition that requires early recognition and careful clinical assessment. Undetected caesarean scar pregnancies can pose serious risks to maternal health. Accurate diagnosis can be challenging, and timely evaluation by clinicians with expertise in this area is essential to guiding appropriate management. At Corniche Hospital, we provide comprehensive consultant-led care for patients with suspected caesarean scar pregnancy, from diagnosis through to tailored treatment planning based on each individual case.”
Through its specialised women’s health services, SEHA’s Corniche Hospital continues to support early diagnosis and expert management of complex obstetric and gynaecological conditions, helping improve safety and outcomes for women across Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
About PureHealth:
PureHealth is the largest healthcare group in the Middle East with an ecosystem that challenges lifespans and reimagines health spans. With 110+ hospitals, 316+ clinics, multiple diagnostic s, health insurance solutions, pharmacies, health tech, procurement, investments, and more, its groundbreaking innovations are at the forefront of healthcare. The company is on a mission to unlock time for humankind. By advancing the science of longevity, PureHealth is introducing the healthcare of the future from the United Arab Emirates to the rest of the world.
PureHealth’s network comprises:
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- SEHA – One of the largest healthcare networks of hospitals and clinics in the UAE
- SEHA CLINICS – Delivering comprehensive community-based healthcare services
- Daman (The National Insurance Company) – The UAE’s leading health insurer
- The Medical Office – Overseeing Sheikh Khalifa Hospitals and healthcare facilities established under the initiatives of H.H. The President of the UAE
- Rafed – The UAE’s largest healthcare Group Purchasing Organisation
- PureLab – Managing and operating the largest network of laboratories in the region
- One Health – A network that provides end-to-end medical solutions to a base of over 300 healthcare service providers
- The Life Corner – Abu Dhabi’s first holistic pharmacy, serving the health and wellness establishment
- Ardent Health Services – The fourth largest privately held acute care hospital operator in the US
- Circle Health Group – The largest independent operators of hospitals in the UK
- Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG) – the largest private healthcare provider in Greece and Cyprus
- PureCS – A leading cloud and technology services provider, specialising in IT management and consulting solutions, cybersecurity, cloud services and AI information systems
- Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) – The UAE’s largest healthcare complex, delivering integrated complex care
About SEHA:
SEHA is an independent, public joint stock company created to develop the curative activities of the public healthcare system in Abu Dhabi. The company operates a big number of the public hospitals and clinics of the emirate of Abu Dhabi. SEHA is a PureHealth asset, the largest healthcare platform in the Middle East.
SEHA is committed to continuously improving of customer care to recognised international standards and providing the community with world-class healthcare. SEHA operates 14 hospitals with over 2600 beds, 70 ambulatory care, family care, urgent care, 6 dialysis s, and 4 blood banks. Its facilities accommodate 132,000 inpatients annually, conduct 52,000 surgeries, and treat more than 6.7 million outpatients.
SEHA is one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the Middle East, with more than 20,000 doctors, nurses, ancillary care, and administrative personnel.
To find out more about SEHA’s specialised clinic or book an appointment, call 80050 or visit SEHA.ae. You can also book an appointment through the SEHA mobile app or WhatsApp 02 410 2200.
