Hydatiform Mole Flashcards
1
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Hydatiform Mole Definition
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Non viable pregnancy from fertilisation of empty ovum
2
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Hydatiform Mole Ix
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- hCG usually very raised
- May be indistinguishable from miscarriage on USS, histology needed
3
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Hydatiform Mole Management
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- Suction curettage
- Anti-D prophylaxis
4
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Hydatiform Mole Complications
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-Can develop into gestational trophoblastic neoplasm
