Persistent trophoblastic disease

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Medically Reviewed by a doctor on 21 Dec 2018

Articles for persistent trophoblastic disease

introduction

Persistent trophoblastic disease and choriocarcinoma are very rare and are part of a group of tumours called gestational trophoblastic tumours (GTTs).

Persistent trophoblastic disease

In the UK, about1 in 600 pregnancies each year are found to be a Trophoblastic disease , where the foetus and placenta do not form properly and a baby does not usually develop. This typically results

Choriocarcinoma

Choriocarcinoma is a very rare type of cancer that occurs in around1 in 50,000 pregnancies. It affects less than 20 women each year in the UK. Choriocarcinoma can develop if the cells left behind aft

Risks

Both persistent trophoblastic disease and choriocarcinoma are very rare. If you have had a molar pregnancy, you will be monitored closely in case you develop either of these conditions. If you have h

Overall, the outlook for persistent trophoblastic disease and choriocarcinoma is excellent, and 98-100% of women who develop a gestational trophoblastic cancer are cured. However, the outlook for each

Want to know more?

Cancer Research UK: persistent trophoblastic disease and choriocarcinoma Charing Cross Hospital: Hydatidiform Mole and Choriocarcinoma UK Information and Support Service The Sheffield Trophoblast

What is cancer?

The body is made up of millions of different types of cells. Cancer occurs when cells multiply in an abnormal way. When cancer affects organs and solid tissues, it causes a growth (tumour) to form. C

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