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Published on: September 5, 2011
Complete mole coexistent with a twin fetus.
Mehmet Albayrak1, Alev Ozer, Omer Faruk Demir
1Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Maternity and Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
This case study reports the successful delivery of a healthy baby from a twin pregnancy complicated by a complete hydatidiform mole. Close monitoring is crucial for managing this rare condition and ensuring maternal and fetal well-being.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Gynecologic Oncology
Background:
- Complete hydatidiform mole with coexisting live fetus (CMCF) represents a rare twin pregnancy with undetermined management protocols.
- Early diagnosis and careful surveillance are essential for optimizing outcomes in CMCF cases.
Observation:
- A 30-year-old woman presented with a viable fetus and a separate complete hydatidiform mole detected via ultrasound at 17 weeks gestation.
- Despite counseling on risks, the parents opted for continuation of the pregnancy, declining invasive diagnostic procedures.
Findings:
- Delivery was achieved via Cesarean section at 33 weeks due to premature rupture of membranes and labor.
- Histopathologic examination confirmed the presence of a complete mole alongside a healthy newborn female.
Implications:
- This case highlights the possibility of successful pregnancy continuation in CMCF, emphasizing the need for individualized management.
- Close maternal surveillance during and after pregnancy is mandatory to monitor for complications such as preeclampsia and persistent gestational trophoblastic disease.
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