[johnb2004]

I have no training in moral theology or logic. I understand and accept the principle of double effect, but it seems to me that if something is intrinsically evil, then it may never be done. Never.

In the case of an ectopic pregnancy or cancerous uterus my understanding is that the baby may be removed with the intention of saving the mother's life. The intention is not direct abortion. I do not know if the medical procedure would be classified as a surgical abortion by the profession, but certainly it would not be thought of as an abortion by the Church. Correct?

[Aquinasfan]

...it would not be thought of as an abortion by the Church. Correct?

As far as I know. The action would be categorized primarily as a life saving operation.