Molar Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
What is a molar pregnancy?
A
When a non-viable fertilised egg implants into the uterus and grows into a mass
May be some evidence of fetal tissue
2
Q
What can be the cause?
A
Multiple male components
3
Q
How does it present?
A
Typically with painless vaginal bleeding in 4-5th month of pregnancy
4
Q
What is a key sign?
A
Very high bhCG
