The nonstress test: the false negative test.

The nonstress test (NST) has been shown to be a reliable technique for the evaluation of fetal status. As a rule, a reactive NST, as opposed to a nonreactive NST, has been associated with a good pregnancy outcome. Nonetheless, fetal death has followed a reactive test.

Incidental appendectomy at the time of surgery for ectopic pregnancy.

Incidental appendectomy at the time of surgery for ectopic pregnancy can be performed safely in the appropriately selected patient. The added procedure does not place the patient at increased operative risk and spares her from the possible subsequent development of acute appendicitis.