GTD Flashcards
1
Q
What are the different types of gestational trophoblastic disease?
A
If localized and non-invasive = Hydatidiform mole
Hydatidiform mole divided into
- Complete = 1 sperm fertilizes empty oocyte
- Partial = 2 sperm fertilize normal oocyte
If invasive:
- If confined to uterus = invasive mole
- If metastasis occurs = choriocarcinoma
