Malignancies Flashcards
1
Q
What is a molar pregnancy?
A
A complete molar pregnancy = caused by an abnormally fertilised egg = all genetic material is from the paternal side
An incomplete/partial molar pregnancy = the ovum contains chromosomes, but there are two sets of paternal chromosomes = 69 chromosomes
2
Q
Ultrasound features suggesting benign ovarian mass
A
> simple cyst
unilocular containing clear fluid
absence of solid areas
unilateral
usually smaller than 8cm
thin, smooth walls
3
Q
Ultrasound features suggesting malignant ovarian mass
A
> bilateral
solid/semi-solid tumor
complex cyst
cyst walls contain papillary growths
