Gestational trophoblastic neoplasia ultrasound

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Template:Choriocarcinoma Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Monalisa Dmello, M.B,B.S., M.D. [2]

Overview

Ultrasound may be performed to detect metastases of choriocarcinoma to pelvis and abdomen.

Ultrasound Findings in Choriocarcinoma

Ultrasound is usually the first test done if suspects a gestational trophoblastic tumour is suspected.

  • It is used to:
  • Identify most types of gestational trophoblastic disease
  • Check for metastasis in the pelvis or abdomen
  • plan treatment

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