In due course I realized that the topic was too farfetched under Indian conditions and hence the apathy. The next logical thing to do was tap doctors in private hospitals. For some queer reason I presumed that they would definitely be more receptive to face the Brave New World. My search led me to one Dr. Sushma Sinha, senior consultant Gynaecologist and IVF, Infertility Specialist, Apollo Hospital. The mention of the topic brought a look of horror and suspicion on her face.
Abdominal pregnancy does occur in women but the count is very remote one in several thousands.
It is so risky. In the natural process, when the time is up, the placenta can be plucked out with ease. The problem with abdominal pregnancy cases even in women is the placenta is attached to the gut and dislodging it is a risky proposition, was her concerned reaction. Moreover, during pregnancy the uterus has to supply plenty of blood to the baby which is very essential for its health. Outside the womb this abundant supply is not possible, she added.