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Triplet pregnancy with partial hydatidiform mole coexisting with two fetuses: A case report.

Authors :
Cheol Hong Kim
Yoon Ha Kim
Jong Woon Kim
Ki Min Kim
Moon Kyoung Cho
Seok Mo Kim
Jong Hee Nam
Tae-Bok Song
Source :
Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology Research. Aug2008 Supplement, Vol. 34 Issue 4pt2, p641-644. 4p. 4 Black and White Photographs.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

Hydatidiform mole with a coexistent fetus is rare, but this condition has recently shown an increased incidence because of assisted reproduction technology. Herein, we report on a case of triplet pregnancy with a partial hydatidiform mole coexisting with two fetuses. It was diagnosed by p57kip2 immunohistochemical staining which is helpful in determining histologically equivocal cases. After termination of pregnancy, the patient was diagnosed with persistent gestational trophoblastic disease. Six courses of methotrexate chemotherapy were performed. Her β-human chorionic gonadotrophin titers then fell to a normal level. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13418076
Volume :
34
Issue :
4pt2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
34425463
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1447-0756.2008.00899.x