In one case, a central Texas hospital reportedly told a physician not to treat an ectopic pregnancy until it ruptured, the letter said.
An ectopic pregnancy, which occurs when a fertilized egg attached outside of the uterus, is not viable.
"Delayed or prevented care in this scenario creates a substantial risk for the patient's future reproductive ability and poses serious risk to the patient's immediate physical wellbeing," the letter said. The Texas Medical Board confirmed it received the letter but a spokesperson said the board cannot confirm or deny any specific complaints.hospitals must provide abortion services if the life of the mother is at riskOn July 14, the board referenced that guidance in a tweet, stating: The U.S.
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