Korean J Obstet Gynecol.  2001 May;44(5):968-973.

A Case of Twin Pregnancy with a Complete Hydatidiform Mole and co-existing Fetus

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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, Taegu, Korea.

Abstract

The estimated incidence of twin pregnancy consisting of hydatidiform mole and co-existing fetus is one per 22,000-100,000 pregnancies. Most patients with hydatidiform mole and co-existing normal fetus must be cautioned about the potential for risks of malignant change and severe medical complications, such as preeclampsia, hyperthyroidism and antepartum hemorrhage, that may necessitate prompt pregnancy termination. We experienced a case of twin pregnancy with a hydatidiform mole and co-existing fetus in hypogonadotropic hypogonadismal woman who had been treated with gonadotropin for ovulation induction. A brief reviews of related literatures was done.

Keyword

Twin pregnancy; Hydatidiform mole; co-existing fetus

MeSH Terms

Female
Fetus*
Gonadotropins
Hemorrhage
Humans
Hydatidiform Mole*
Hyperthyroidism
Hypogonadism
Incidence
Ovulation Induction
Pre-Eclampsia
Pregnancy
Pregnancy, Twin*
Gonadotropins
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