Miscarriage, Ectopic and Molar Pregnancy

The Miscarriage, Ectopic and Molar Pregnancy Pathway recognises that bereavement care is a continuing process and is provided by everyone who comes in contact with women and partners who are experiencing a loss.

The pathway provides dedicated, evidence based guidance covering

When a pregnancy issue is suspected
Next steps
- First trimester miscarriage
- Second trimester miscarriage
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Molar pregnancy
Marking the loss, making memories
After the loss
Before discharge
Support in the community
Next pregnancies
Staff care
Outcome measures
Useful contacts
Training and support resources

Further information

Download the Miscarriage, Ectopic and Molar Pregnancy Pathway

Go to Training and support

Go to NBCP templates

Please note the NBCP Scotland Pathways are being piloted with Early Adopter NHS Boards and the pathways will continue to develop in the light of Early Adopters’ experiences. Find out about Early Adopters

Beareavement Care Standards

Find out the standards NHS Boards need to meet to be considered to be providing good bereavement care.

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