Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is gestational trophoblastic disease?
A
Disease arising from the placenta
2
Q
What is the difference between a complete and partial mole?
A
Complete is all paternal
Partial is paternal and maternal
3
Q
What are risk factors for moles?
A
Extremes of maternal age Previous molar pregnancy History of miscarriage NLRP7 gene mutations Low carotene or vitamin A intake
