Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Teratogenicity01:07

Teratogenicity

4.2K
The ability of a drug to produce structural deformations and functional abnormalities in the developing embryo or the fetus is called teratogenicity, and the drug producing this effect is known as a teratogen. Teratogenic effects include stillbirth, miscarriage, intrauterine growth restriction, and neurocognitive delay. A teratogen may affect the embryo at different stages of development, which is important in determining the type and extent of the damage. During blastocyst formation, the early...
4.2K
Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2 and Gestational01:22

Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2 and Gestational

5.0K
Type 2 diabetes, characterized by insulin resistance, arises when the insulin receptors on cells lose responsiveness to insulin, diminishing the cell's capacity to take up glucose, resulting in elevated blood glucose levels. To receive a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, a series of blood glucose tests are necessary to assess whether the blood glucose falls within normal parameters. If the result is out of the normal range, a patient may be diagnosed as prediabetic or diabetic, depending on the...
5.0K
Pathophysiology of Diabetes01:20

Pathophysiology of Diabetes

3.9K
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia. The four categories of diabetes are type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, other specific types of diabetes, and gestational diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes is characterized by autoimmune-mediated destruction of pancreatic β cells, with environmental factors potentially triggering this process in genetically susceptible individuals. Despite many not having a family history, certain genes increase susceptibility,...
3.9K
Ovarian Cycle01:27

Ovarian Cycle

5.5K
The menstrual cycle includes a critical component known as the ovarian cycle, which undergoes two main phases each month—the follicular phase and the luteal phase. The follicular phase is variable and averaging around 14 days. Ovulation, triggered by a surge in luteinizing hormone (LH), marks the transition between the two phases. The second phase, the luteal phase, is relatively consistent, lasting approximately 14 days, and is marked by the activity of the corpus luteum. While a cycle...
5.5K
Disorders of the Female Reproductive System01:24

Disorders of the Female Reproductive System

4.5K
The female reproductive system can be affected by several disorders, including Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), endometriosis, and various forms of cancer. PMS and PMDD are cyclical conditions that cause physical and emotional distress, with symptoms that include edema, mood swings, and food cravings. PMDD is a more severe form of PMS characterized by increased symptom severity that peaks during the luteal phase and tends to improve or resolve shortly after...
4.5K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Growth without dilution: impact, integrity, and the next phase of abdominal radiology.

Abdominal radiology (New York)·2026
Same author

Secondary peritoneal leiomyomatosis after uterine leiomyoma intervention: multi-institutional clinical and radiologic experience.

Abdominal radiology (New York)·2026
Same author

Imaging review of aortic fistulas.

Abdominal radiology (New York)·2026
Same author

Artificial intelligence and radiomics in bladder cancer MRI: a scoping review of applications, performance, and barriers to clinical translation.

Abdominal radiology (New York)·2026
Same author

From congenital variants to critical clues: A radiologic review of inferior vena cava pathologies.

Journal of clinical imaging science·2026
Same author

Navigating the new frontier: growth, integrity, and our vision for 2026.

Abdominal radiology (New York)·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 6, 2026

Isolation of Primary Mouse Trophoblast Cells and Trophoblast Invasion Assay
10:28

Isolation of Primary Mouse Trophoblast Cells and Trophoblast Invasion Assay

Published on: January 8, 2012

23.4K

Gestational trophoblastic disease.

Alampady K P Shanbhogue1, Neeraj Lalwani, Christine O Menias

  • 1Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Medical Center, 16th Street and 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003, USA.

Radiologic Clinics of North America
|November 12, 2013
PubMed
Summary

Imaging is vital for diagnosing and managing gestational trophoblastic disease. Different imaging techniques like ultrasonography, MRI, and PET scans help assess disease extent and guide treatment decisions for better patient outcomes.

Keywords:
ChoriocarcinomaHydatidiform moleMagnetic resonance imaging

More Related Videos

Transcriptional Analysis by Nascent RNA FISH of In Vivo Trophoblast Giant Cells or In Vitro Short-term Cultures of Ectoplacental Cone Explants
08:26

Transcriptional Analysis by Nascent RNA FISH of In Vivo Trophoblast Giant Cells or In Vitro Short-term Cultures of Ectoplacental Cone Explants

Published on: August 31, 2016

9.8K
Trophoblast Cell Recovery from Angiogenesis-Tube Formation Assay for Differentiation Marker Expression Analysis
05:30

Trophoblast Cell Recovery from Angiogenesis-Tube Formation Assay for Differentiation Marker Expression Analysis

Published on: November 8, 2024

1.0K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 6, 2026

Isolation of Primary Mouse Trophoblast Cells and Trophoblast Invasion Assay
10:28

Isolation of Primary Mouse Trophoblast Cells and Trophoblast Invasion Assay

Published on: January 8, 2012

23.4K
Transcriptional Analysis by Nascent RNA FISH of In Vivo Trophoblast Giant Cells or In Vitro Short-term Cultures of Ectoplacental Cone Explants
08:26

Transcriptional Analysis by Nascent RNA FISH of In Vivo Trophoblast Giant Cells or In Vitro Short-term Cultures of Ectoplacental Cone Explants

Published on: August 31, 2016

9.8K
Trophoblast Cell Recovery from Angiogenesis-Tube Formation Assay for Differentiation Marker Expression Analysis
05:30

Trophoblast Cell Recovery from Angiogenesis-Tube Formation Assay for Differentiation Marker Expression Analysis

Published on: November 8, 2024

1.0K

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive endocrinology and imaging diagnostics.

Background:

  • Gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) requires accurate diagnosis and staging for effective management.
  • Various imaging modalities play distinct roles in evaluating GTD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the role of different imaging techniques in the diagnosis and management of GTD.
  • To emphasize the utility of specific imaging modalities for local invasion assessment and metastasis detection.

Main Methods:

  • Review of imaging techniques including ultrasonography, pelvic magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, chest radiography, chest computed tomography (CT), and (18)F-Fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (FDG-PET).
  • Ultrasonography as the primary diagnostic tool.
  • MR imaging for local invasion assessment.
  • Chest radiography and CT for staging.
  • FDG-PET for assessing metastatic disease viability.

Main Results:

  • Ultrasonography is the first-line investigation for GTD diagnosis.
  • Pelvic MR imaging aids in evaluating the extent of local invasion.
  • Chest radiography is the initial staging modality, with CT used for further evaluation if needed.
  • (18)F-FDG-PET is valuable for identifying active metastatic sites, particularly in chemoresistant cases, aiding in surgical planning.

Conclusions:

  • A multimodal imaging approach is essential for comprehensive GTD management.
  • The judicious use of ultrasonography, MR imaging, chest imaging, and PET can optimize diagnostic accuracy and treatment strategies for GTD.