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1
Q

What is a molar pregnancy?

A

Growth of a hydatidiform mole

2
Q

What is a hydatidiform mole?

A

Type of tumour that grows in uterus like a pregnancy?

3
Q

What is a complete mole?

A

2 sperms fertilise an empty ovum

4
Q

What is an incomplete mole?

A

2 sperms fertilise a normal ovum

5
Q

What are features of a molar pregnancy?

A

Severe morning sickness
Vaginal bleeding
Enlarged uterus

6
Q

What do investigations show in a molar pregnancy?

A

B-HCG = abnormally high

Pelvic USS = snowstorm appearance

7
Q

What is the management of a molar pregnancy?

A

Surgical evacuation of uterus

Send POC for histological evaluation